NWSL awards Kansas City club as Utah folds
The National Women's Soccer League is returning to Kansas City, with the club assuming the player rights and operations of the Utah Royals.
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Ex-Utah Royals defender Johnson joins Melbourne City
United States defender Samantha Johnson has come out of retirement to join W-League club Melbourne City.
Klingenberg delivers fiery speech in huddle via video (0:55)
USWNT's Press: Priority is to win titles with United
New Manchester United signing Christian Press said working manager Casey Stoney was a massive draw to the club for her.
Sources: Staffers say RSL run like 'boys' club'
"It was definitely the most toxic environment I've ever worked in," said Rebecca Cade, who worked as a sideline reporter for RSL in 2018.
Hansen to sell Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals
Dell Loy Hansen has been under pressure since a report from the Athletic detailed his repeated use of racist language.
RSL owner takes leave amid probe into remarks
RSL owner Dell Loy Hansen will take a leave of absence from the club's operations amid investigations into allegations that he used racist language.
USWNT star Kelley O'Hara on hosting new 'Just Women's Sports Podcast'
Kelley O'Hara is used to answering questions, but she'll be on the other side of the mic as host of the "Just Women's Sports Podcast."
Thorns upset Courage in Challenge Cup quarters
Portland reached the semifinals of the NWSL's Challenge Cup with a stunning upset of North Carolina, while Houston beat Utah on penalties.
NWSL: Officials join players kneeling for anthem
Three of four match officials joined players in kneeling during the national anthem before an NWSL game between the Houston Dash and Utah Royals FC.
How the NWSL plans to be the first U.S. team sport back
The monthlong Challenge Cup begins June 27 and will feature all nine NWSL teams playing in Utah as soccer restarts amid the coronavirus pandemic.
2021 NWSL Ladder
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
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| Portland Thorns FC | 23 | 13 | 4 | 6 | +16 | 43 |
| OL Reign | 23 | 12 | 3 | 8 | +10 | 39 |
| Washington Spirit | 23 | 10 | 6 | 7 | +2 | 36 |
| Chicago Red Stars | 23 | 10 | 5 | 8 | -1 | 35 |
| NJ/NY Gotham FC | 22 | 8 | 9 | 5 | +8 | 33 |
| Houston Dash | 23 | 9 | 5 | 9 | +1 | 32 |
| North Carolina Courage | 23 | 9 | 5 | 9 | +5 | 32 |
| Orlando Pride | 23 | 7 | 7 | 9 | -4 | 28 |
| Racing Louisville FC | 22 | 5 | 5 | 12 | -19 | 20 |
| Kansas City | 23 | 3 | 7 | 13 | -18 | 16 |