Overview

• Washington Spirit signed forward Sofia Cantore from Juventus on June 17, making her the first Italian international in NWSL history.
• Cantore agreed to a contract through the 2027 season with a team option for 2028 and will occupy an international roster spot.
• She is slated to join the Spirit on July 1 when the NWSL transfer window opens and bring significant Serie A and Champions League experience.
• Jonatan Giráldez is departing to manage OL Lyonnes, and Adrián González will assume head coach duties on a multi-year deal.
• Trinity Rodman is rehabbing a back injury and is expected to resume training with the team in July.