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2025 Season, National Women's Soccer League The National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) in 2025 brings the most thrilling season in history. All 14 clubs are battling for eight precious playoff spots, while defending champions Orlando Pride face strong competition including Washington Spirit. Championship title battle Orlando Pride are trying to defend their double success after winning both the NWSL Shield and Championship last season. Coach Seb Hines is building an offense-focused team, despite falling to Washington Spirit in the preseason Challenge Cup. Main challengers include Washington Spirit as preseason tournament winners, Chicago Red Stars with new signings, and Racing Louisville as the season's dark horse. Dramatic Golden Boot race The battle for the top scorer crown is in full swing between Temwa Chawinga and Esther González, both with 10 goals. Assists will serve as the tie-breaker, with at least one of them expected to score in the upcoming weekend. Story ...

16 August 2025 Brighton's defensive midfield duo are set to play crucial roles in the season opener. Yankuba Minteh demonstrated consistent tackling ability last season, averaging 2.4 tackles per 90 minutes in the Premier League. The young midfielder maintained this defensive work rate by recording two tackles in four of his last six starts, showcasing his reliability in breaking up opposition attacks. Carlos Baleba has proven even more active in the tackle count, attempting 2+ tackles in seven of his last eight Premier League appearances for Brighton. The midfielder appears particularly motivated against Fulham, having made at least three tackles in three of his four league encounters with the Cottagers, suggesting he relishes the physical battle against this opposition. Between the posts for Fulham, Bernd Leno enters the new campaign fresh from a busy end to last season. The German goalkeeper averaged 2.9 saves per 90 minutes in the Premier League and demonstrated his shot-st...