After months of anticipation, the 2023 National Women’s Soccer League season is finally here! With 12 teams ready to battle for the title, a revamped look to many squads after the league’s first free agency period and lots of new coaches — plus a midseason break for the Women’s World Cup — we’ve got everything you need to get ready for the action this weekend.
Sophie Lawson, Caitlin Murray and Jon Arnold break down the teams, their goals for the 2023 season and the key players who could have a major say in who wins it all.
Angel City FC
– Odds to win the championship (via Caesars): +2000
– Last Season: 8th (missed playoffs)
– Key Arrivals: MF Alyssa Thompson became the first high schooler selected in the NWSL draft when Angel City selected her No. 1 overall. Also: DF Merritt Mathias (North Carolina Courage), FW Katie Johnson (free agent), MF Mackenzie Pluck (signed her first professional contract after an impressive trial), DF Vanessa Gilles (returning from Lyon after loan), MF Scarlett Camberos (Club America due to safety concerns in Mexico).
– Key Exits: MF Cari Roccaro (Chicago Red Stars), DF Allyson Swaby (PSG, loan), DF/FW
