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Portland Thorns General Manager Jeff Agoos: “We are grateful to Rob for his dedication to the Thorns and the positive influence he has had on our players and staff. We thank Rob for his contributions and wish him the best in his next endeavor.” #BAONPDX

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The Portland Thorns announce the departure of Head Coach Rob Gale - search for a replacement has begun

The Portland Thorns are the latest team now looking for a head coach ahead of the 2026 NWSL season.

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November 26, 2025 at 1:24 AM

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WHAT'S UP? HOW ABOUT A NEW VIEWERSHIP RECORD! #NWSL

With 1.184 million viewers, the 2025 NWSL Championship between NJ/NY Gotham FC and Washington Spirit, set a new league record! #GothamFC #ThatsTheSpirit

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NEW RECORD: The 2025 NWSL Championship is the most-watched match in league history

The 2025 NWSL Championship between NJ/NY Gotham FC and Washington Spirit have smashed the league’s all time viewership record.

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November 25, 2025 at 10:55 PM

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Margueritte Bates (Aozasa): "I am truly humbled and incredibly energized to lead this tradition-rich program at The University of Texas... Texas has everything required to not only compete among the nation's best, but to define what excellence looks like."

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Margueritte Bates (Aozasa) named head coach at the University of Texas

After departing UCLA, Margueritte Bates (Aozasa) named has been announced as the head coach of the Texas Longhorns.

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November 25, 2025 at 6:05 PM

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Tigres coming from behind and getting another championship, the seventh of its history, says a lot about the clubs mentality. #SomosDesafiantes⚡️

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Championship DNA: Tigres win its seventh championship

Liga MX Femenil Apertura 2025 has crowned its champion last Sunday. Tigres overcame a 0-3 deficit and lifted its seventh title in front of its fans.

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November 25, 2025 at 3:26 AM

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Margueritte Aozasa: "Leaving a place like UCLA is not easy, and it is especially difficult to say goodbye to the team, support staff and fellow coaches... I've had the privilege of coaching some of the most incredible women and I will always be in their corner."

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UCLA head coach Margueritte Aozasa leaving for other opportunities

One of the top head coaches in the NCAA, UCLA’s Margueritte Aozasa, is departing for other opportunities.

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November 24, 2025 at 6:50 PM

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What is everyone up to in the offseason?! #NWSL

Hear from Ella Stevens, Sandy MacIver, Ally Sentnor, Jaelin Howell, Khyah Harper, Reilyn Turner, Sofia Cantore, Mandy Freeman, Gift Monday, Tierna Davidson, and Delphine Cascarino.

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What are the NWSL Players’ fun plans in the offseason? All For XI finds out. #nwsl #nwslchampionship

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November 24, 2025 at 4:48 AM

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🎉 Huge NWSL Championship VICTORY for Gotham FC in San Jose!

⭐️ Gotham add 2nd star—their 2nd title in 3 years under coach Juan Carlos Amorós
🌹 USWNT star Rose Lavelle named MVP, scored match's only goal
🏙️ Gotham will celebrate with fans on Monday

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Victory for NJ/NY! Gotham FC take home second NWSL Championship title in San Jose with thrilling 1-0 victory over rival Washington Spirit

MVP Rose Lavelle scored the match’s only goal off of a cross from Bruninha.

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November 23, 2025 at 6:24 AM

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This is All For XI Site Manager @phuocerman.bsky.social at the NWSL Championship Match LIVE from PayPal Park.

Only the Washington Spirit and NJ/NY Gotham FC remain...

Who will be lifting the trophy in the end?
#ThatsTheSpirit or #GothamFC?

November 23, 2025 at 1:16 AM

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Need some championship prematch content? We've got you covered!

NWSL Skills Challenge Interviews with: Sam Mewis, Taylor Flint, Delphine Cascarino, Ally Sentnor, and Reilyn Turner

Favorite part of the event, offseason plans & much more!

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NWSL Skills Challenge: Post-Event Interviews with Sam Mewis, Taylor Flint, Delphine Cascarino, Ally Sentnor, and Reilyn Turner

After the conclusion of the NWSL Skills Challenge, All For XI spoke with one of the ‘coaches’ and a few players.

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November 22, 2025 at 11:05 PM

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NWSL Skills Challenge Interview with Taylor Flint - on her career season & Racing Louisville overcoming so much adversity #RacingLou #NWSL

"I think for me personally, this is the first season I felt really comfortable as a six."

"We did that season for both Bev and Sav."

Racing Louisville’s Taylor Flint discusses growth as a six & team playing for Bev & Sav #racinglou

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November 22, 2025 at 10:04 PM

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MUST SEE | Top 6 moments from the Washington Spirit's Media Day! #ThatsTheSpirit

Including special interview appearances from: Kate Wiesner, Rebeca Bernal, Gift Monday, Sofia Cantore, Sandy MacIver, and Narumi.

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Top Six Moments: NWSL Championship Media Day with Washington Spirit

All For XI spoke with the Washington Spirit’s Kate Wiesner, Rebeca Bernal, Gift Monday, Sofia Cantore, Sandy MacIver, and Narumi.

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November 21, 2025 at 6:39 PM

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MUST WATCH | Top 6 moments from the #GothamFC Media Day! #NWSL

Including special interviews from: Lilly Reale, Jess Carter, Mandy Freeman, Ann-Katrin Berger, Jaelin Howell, Katie Stengel, JCA, and much more!

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Top Six Moments from NWSL Championship Media Day with NJ/NY Gotham FC

All For XI spoke with the Gotham FC’s Lilly Reale, Ryan Campbell, Juan Carlos Amorós, Katie Stengel, Jaelin Howell, Ann-Katrin Berger, Shelby Hogan, Mandy Freeman, Jess Carter, and so much more.

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November 21, 2025 at 9:25 PM

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MUST WATCH | Top 6 moments from the #GothamFC Media Day! #NWSL

Including special interviews from: Lilly Reale, Jess Carter, Mandy Freeman, Ann-Katrin Berger, Jaelin Howell, Katie Stengel, JCA, and much more!

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Top Six Moments from NWSL Championship Media Day with NJ/NY Gotham FC

All For XI spoke with the Gotham FC’s Lilly Reale, Ryan Campbell, Juan Carlos Amorós, Katie Stengel, Jaelin Howell, Ann-Katrin Berger, Shelby Hogan, Mandy Freeman, Jess Carter, and so much more.

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November 21, 2025 at 9:25 PM

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👑 So proud of this feature on Seattle Reign midfielder Sam Meza! She discusses returning to Seattle after spending time with Dallas Trinity, her first USWNT cap, and how important it is to her to represent her Mexican-American heritage.

#WitnessTheReign

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In her breakout season, Seattle Reign midfielder Sam Meza aims to be the Mexican-American representation she never had growing up

Meza is a rising star with the Seattle Reign and recently earned her first USWNT call-ups, after spending last season on loan with the Dallas Trinity

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November 21, 2025 at 8:03 PM

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MUST SEE | Top 6 moments from the Washington Spirit's Media Day! #ThatsTheSpirit

Including special interview appearances from: Kate Wiesner, Rebeca Bernal, Gift Monday, Sofia Cantore, Sandy MacIver, and Narumi.

✍️: @awestlake.bsky.social & @phuocerman.bsky.social

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Top Six Moments: NWSL Championship Media Day with Washington Spirit

All For XI spoke with the Washington Spirit’s Kate Wiesner, Rebeca Bernal, Gift Monday, Sofia Cantore, Sandy MacIver, and Narumi.

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November 21, 2025 at 6:39 PM

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For SBNation, I wrote about Racing Louisville's long-awaited playoff run under Bev Yanez, player-turned-coach and now Coach of the Year!

Such an inspirational story about a team that deserves their success so much #RacingLou

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Racing Louisville’s years-long journey to the NWSL playoffs

After years of mid-table finishes, Louisville is finally seeing the results they’ve been working towards.

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November 20, 2025 at 10:18 PM

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“What Jess has done for Wales and the Welsh women’s football team is unprecedented.”

Against all odds, Jess Fishlock carved her name into Wales’ football history. One of the sport’s true greats. #WitnessTheReign

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Leaving a Legacy: How Jess Fishlock defied the odds to change the course of Wales’ football history

Jessica Fishlock has cemented her place among the greats of women’s soccer.

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November 20, 2025 at 4:41 PM

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For @allforxi.bsky.social I covered the #NWSL ‘s first ever blue carpet event!

Here’s the 4 key takeaways you need from the day:

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Four key takeaways from the first ever NWSL Awards Show

The inaugural NWSL Awards Show has finally arrived. Our very own Sara Ach was there to cover it from the start. Here are her four key takeaways:

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November 20, 2025 at 6:23 AM

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Olivia Moultrie has had a year full of growth with the Portland Thorns and you have to thank her for having the crazy dream of becoming the best player in the world.

“If they think your dreams are crazy, show them what crazy dreams can do.”
#BAONPDX
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A budding superstar: How Olivia Moultrie’s dreams are becoming reality

Olivia Moultrie’s journey to become a superstar is one of a kind. She not only has found her way to become a starter with the Portland Thorns but also, has changed the way things are done in the NWSL...

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November 20, 2025 at 12:17 AM

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Midfielder of the Year Manaka Matsukubo with both her MOTY award and Best XI #NWSL

November 19, 2025 at 11:38 PM

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Sam Hiatt with Lauren Holiday Cheney and the Lauren Holiday award #NWSL

November 19, 2025 at 11:29 PM

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#NWSL Defender of the Year… who wasn’t even a defender coming into the league 🤣

Tara McKeown says defending isn’t actually boring as she previous thought, “there’s actually a lot going on” 😂

November 19, 2025 at 11:12 PM

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Rookie of the Year shining bright in the bright lights! #NWSL

November 19, 2025 at 11:07 PM

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Feature | Raising a soccer star: Reyna Reyes’ No. 1 supporter #BAONPDX #LaFemenilDondeSea #NWSL

Carrie Reyes: “To see her living out her dreams and making them come true… I feel her joy, because that’s the only thing a mother wants for their child."

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