HAPPY FRIDAY! While we wait for the WNBA season to tip-off tonight (more on that in yesterday’s WNBA pop-up), we’re here to give you “the gist” on the NWSL regular season, which kicks off tomorrow at 5 p.m. ET. How lucky are we?

The GIST: After another weekend of nail-biting, heart-pounding action on both sides of the Atlantic, it’s no wonder why stars like the NHL’s Alexander Ovechkin are investing in women’s soccer.

The GIST: Before we get into the drama of men’s sports again, it’s time to talk about this weekend’s main event: the NWSL Challenge Cup final.

The GIST: While men’s soccer was caught up in off-field drama, the women made herstory on the field, as per.

The GIST: European football (soccer) keeps laying down the drama, and this time, they’re bringing American football into it, too.

Queen B announced yesterday that she tested positive for COVID-19 and had to pull out of the Madrid Open

The GIST: The not so “super” European Super League (ESL) is kind of folding just as quickly as it started.

Team Canada will face host nation Japan, newcomers Chile and the amalgamated Britain

With the NWSL Challenge Cup and 26th MLS season underway, we’re in your inbox on this fine Sunday to compare football soccer in North America to soccer football elsewhere.

The GIST: So much soccer, so little time! With the NWSL Challenge Cup officially underway, it’s time for the men to lace up their cleats and return to the pitch with the 26th MLS season starting tomorrow.

Team Canada, CANWNT, Olympics, NASCAR