NWSL, Chicago and Mallory Swanson

NWSL Season Opener Preview: Orlando Pride Vs. Chicago Stars FC
With the excitement surrounding the new season, all eyes will be on the Pride as they aim to defend their title and set the tone for another championship campaign.
Mallory Swanson will miss Chicago Stars’ NWSL season opener for personal reasons
Chicago Stars forward Mallory Swanson will miss the team’s National Women’s Soccer League season opener on Friday night against the Orlando Pride for personal reasons.
USWNT star Mallory Swanson to miss beginning of NWSL season, timeline for return unclear
U.S. women's national team attacker and club franchise player Mallory Swanson will not be with Chicago Stars FC on Friday during their regular season opener. A club spokesperson and head coach Lorne Donaldson confirmed the absence on Wednesday during the club's match week availability.
USWNT forward Mallory Swanson will miss Chicago Stars’ first NWSL game, return unclear
U.S. women’s national team star Mallory Swanson will not play in the Chicago Stars’ season-opening match on Friday against the Orlando Pride. The club has not disclosed more details about the forward’s absence since announcing in January that she was sitting out due to personal reasons.
Stars' Mallory Swanson remains on leave, will miss start of NWSL season
With the Stars opening the regular season on Friday at defending champions Orlando Pride, the club confirmed on Wednesday that Swanson's absence would continue.
USWNT's Mallory Swanson to miss NWSL start for personal reasons
Chicago Stars FC forward Mallory Swanson will miss the start of the 2025 National Women's Soccer League season due to personal reasons, the club confirmed on Wednesday.
Full Time’s guide to the 2025 NWSL season, plus more USWNT baby news
Denver makes it 16: While there won’t be a new team taking the field in 2025, this offseason saw the NWSL confirm Denver as its 16th market after agreeing to a $110 million expansion fee. The team will make its competitive debut in 2026, joining in tandem with BOS Nation FC.
Stars F Mallory Swanson (personal) to miss season opener
Mallory Swanson will not play in the Chicago Stars' season opener on Friday as the star forward remains out for personal reasons.
Pride will honor last season’s success before 2025 kickoff
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Defending NWSL champion Orlando Pride hope to repeat success this season
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NWSL kicks off its 2025 season Friday. Here are the top early games to watch
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NWSL team-by-team preview: Can Orlando Pride repeat?
With the National Women's Soccer League returning to action this weekend, we take a look at where the 14 clubs stands and how close each is to winning the NWSL championship.
The NWSL had a record-breaking year last season. Can it be topped in 2025?
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NWSL Power Rankings: 2025 season nears as Orlando Pride, Washington Spirit eye title game return
When the 2025 season begins, make sure you don't miss any of the action as fans can watch select NWSL regular season matches ...