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NWSL issues ownership rules for private equity and sovereign wealth fund investmentNWSL issues ownership rules for private equity and sovereign wealth fund investment
NWSL issues ownership rules for private equity and sovereign wealth fund investment
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NWSL owners rolled out new rules last week about how private equity (PE) funds can invest in multiple teams. The policy also excludes sovereign wealth funds from ownership, meaning Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) and other state-owned investment funds will be unable to buy NWSL stakes as the league grows.
March 04, 2024
No. 10 CanWNT books its ticket to the Concacaf W Gold Cup semifinalsNo. 10 CanWNT books its ticket to the Concacaf W Gold Cup semifinals
No. 10 CanWNT books its ticket to the Concacaf W Gold Cup semifinals
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After a thrilling weekend of international footy, the first-ever Concacaf W Gold Cup semifinals are set, with four regional powers still fighting for the inaugural trophy as the 2024 Paris Olympics loom large.
March 04, 2024
Concacaf W Gold Cup quarter-final preview: CanWNT editionConcacaf W Gold Cup quarter-final preview: CanWNT edition
Concacaf W Gold Cup quarter-final preview: CanWNT edition
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The knockout stage of the inaugural Concacaf W Gold Cup kicks off tomorrow, and while some squads are finding their stride in the Paris 2024 Olympics tune-up tourney, others are faltering.
March 01, 2024
TOCA signs multiyear partnership with NWSL’s Thompson sistersTOCA signs multiyear partnership with NWSL’s Thompson sisters
TOCA signs multiyear partnership with NWSL’s Thompson sisters
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Soccer tech company TOCA announced an extensive multiyear partnership with Angel City FC teammates (and sisters!) Alyssa and Gisele Thompson yesterday. While the Thompsons have secured groundbreaking deals in the past, this marks their first deal that includes an equity stake.
February 28, 2024
Australia reports economic impact of $867.5M from 2023 FIFA Women’s World CupAustralia reports economic impact of $867.5M from 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup
Australia reports economic impact of $867.5M from 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup
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The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup (WWC) had a profound economic and social impact for host country Australia, according to a recent Football Australia report. Here are some key numbers from the Land Down Under.
February 26, 2024
CanWNT’s players’ association sues Canada Soccer for $40MCanWNT’s players’ association sues Canada Soccer for $40M
CanWNT’s players’ association sues Canada Soccer for $40M
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On the eve of No. 10 CanWNT’s 6–0 CONCACAF W Gold Cup win over No. 104 El Salvador, the Canadian Soccer Players’ Association (which represents CanWNT) filed a lawsuit against its employer, Canada Soccer, for $40M, alleging financial negligence.
February 23, 2024
Everything you need to know about the 2024 MLS seasonEverything you need to know about the 2024 MLS season
Everything you need to know about the 2024 MLS season
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The 29th MLS season kicks off tonight — the league’s earliest-ever start as its popularity reaches new heights, largely thanks to a certain GOAT in South Beach.
February 21, 2024
Everything you need to know about the inaugural CONCACAF W Gold CupEverything you need to know about the inaugural CONCACAF W Gold Cup
Everything you need to know about the inaugural CONCACAF W Gold Cup
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Today’s special edition is all about the inaugural CONCACAF W Gold Cup, a brand-new elite competition featuring some of the best women’s soccer teams in the world, including the No. 2 USWNT and No. 10 CanWNT.
February 20, 2024
WSL begins negotiating new media rights deals with UK networksWSL begins negotiating new media rights deals with UK networks
WSL begins negotiating new media rights deals with UK networks
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After joining forces with the Women’s Championship (WC) and reorganizing under NewCo, the Women’s Super League (WSL) is taking the next big step toward getting paid. Following in the footsteps of FIFA and the NWSL, the WSL is negotiating to have every game shown live in the UK next season.
February 16, 2024
Google inks integrated multiyear partnership with the NWSLGoogle inks integrated multiyear partnership with the NWSL
Google inks integrated multiyear partnership with the NWSL
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During a hectic 2024 NWSL offseason, the league made its own game-changing move by signing a multiyear partnership with Google yesterday. Google Pixel will become the NWSL’s official mobile phone partner and a title sponsor, in addition to supporting tech activations.
February 14, 2024
NewCo lands $25.2M loan from the English Premier LeagueNewCo lands $25.2M loan from the English Premier League
NewCo lands $25.2M loan from the English Premier League
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England’s newly-formed NewCo, which consists of the top two flights of English women’s football — the Women’s Super League (WSL) and Women’s Championship (WC) — just landed a $25.2M interest-free loan from the English Premier League (EPL) several months after the WSL requested money to revamp UK women’s soccer.
February 12, 2024
Olympic sprinter Andre De Grasse invests in AFC Toronto CityOlympic sprinter Andre De Grasse invests in AFC Toronto City
Olympic sprinter Andre De Grasse invests in AFC Toronto City
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AFC Toronto City — the third club in Canada’s prospective pro women’s soccer league Project 8 — announced an exciting investment from legendary Olympic sprinter Andre De Grasse on Wednesday, awarding him an ownership stake in the team.
January 19, 2024
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