In the past week of women’s soccer news, the NWSL returned to action after an exciting international break. The USWNT won their first two matches under new head coach Emma Hayes, and things look up for this young team. In the NWSL, Kansas and Orlando are still on their undefeated streaks, and the Chicago Red Stars set a new league attendance record. And, there’s even more women’s soccer going on, with The Soccer Tournament closing out in the final match tonight. Keep on reading for this week’s women’s soccer news round up!
High of the Weekend
The Chicago Red Stars DID IT. Their marquee match against Bay FC at Wrigley Field drew over 35,000 fans, a league record!
OVER 35,000 AT WRIGLEY FIELD FOR THE NWSL! #WePlayHere pic.twitter.com/ib3V5lvH5n
— National Women’s Soccer League (@NWSL) June 9, 2024
Although the Red Stars lost to Bay 2-1, the match atmosphere itself was amazing, and it just goes to show that Chicago is a women’s soccer city.
Low of the Weekend
best league in the world pic.twitter.com/cgRMLo0Qkk
— ugh (@838_carlisle) June 9, 2024
We’re keeping it light with our “low of the weekend,” which is more funny than a downer. Sophia Smith received a red card for not-so-sneakily hiding the ball under the bench to waste time. She…
