NWSL to expand to 18 teams by 2028 season
March 13 – The National Women’s Soccer League has confirmed that the league will award its 18th franchise later this year.
Commissioner Jessica Berman (pictured) made the announcement, saying: “Now we will be 16 clubs across this country, firmly establishing the NWSL as a truly national league with incredible demand and interest for professional women’s soccer.”
“And in 2028, synonymous with what will be our next media rights deal, we will be 18 teams.”
The commissioner spoke about the league’s strategic approach to expansion.
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