Barbra Banda Joins Orlando Pride for Record Transfer Fee

The Zambian forward's $740,000 move marks a significant investment in the team's future and the league's growth.

Barbra Banda, Zambian forward, signs with Orlando Pride for a $740,000 transfer fee, marking the second-largest in NWSL history.
The four-year deal with Banda is valued at nearly $2.1 million, including bonuses, and features a sell-on clause for future transfers.
Banda's signing follows her impressive performance at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, where she scored the 1000th goal in tournament history.
Orlando Pride aims to bolster its attack and player development with Banda's acquisition, highlighting her as a key player for the future.
The NWSL increases international roster spots from five to seven as the league continues to grow, with the season starting in eight days.