Overview

• Orlando Pride and Washington Spirit will compete for the NWSL Championship on November 23 at CPKC Stadium in Kansas City, the first stadium built specifically for an NWSL club.
• Orlando Pride had a historic season, going 24 games unbeaten and securing their first NWSL Shield, with standout performances from Barbra Banda and Marta.
• Washington Spirit overcame midseason coaching changes and injuries to key players, with Trinity Rodman and goalkeeper Aubrey Kingsbury playing pivotal roles in their playoff success.
• The NWSL achieved record-breaking attendance in 2024, surpassing 2 million attendees and averaging over 11,000 fans per game, driven by team expansions and strategic marketing efforts.
• Digital engagement and innovative programs like Pitchside with Pixel have bolstered fan interest, contributing to a broader surge in women's sports viewership and sponsorship influence.