Overview

• The NWSL’s 16th franchise has finalized an ownership group led by Rob Cohen and featuring investors Mikaela Shiffrin, Peyton Manning and Colorado-based stakeholders.
• Expansion rules approved June 5 grant Denver access to $1.065 million in allocation money, an extra $968,000 transfer threshold and allow intraleague loans starting July 1.
• Jen Millet was named team president and Curt Johnson general manager as the club builds its front office ahead of the 2026 debut.
• The team will play its first two seasons at a temporary Centennial venue while a purpose-built Santa Fe Yards stadium, approved at a $70 million cost, is on track for a 2028 opening.
• Founders of the For Denver FC movement and other local investors hold stakes in the club, underscoring the franchise’s commitment to community roots.