NWSL GM survey reveals insights on rule-breaking and spending
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 9:10 AM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026

An anonymous survey of NWSL general managers discusses topics related to the U.S. Women's National Team's World Cup prospects, the 'Rodman Rule,' and approaches to rule-breaking within the league. The survey highlights spending patterns among teams and various insights into league dynamics. The findings provide a glimpse into the current of women's soccer as teams prepare for the upcoming season and potential challenges ahead.
- •Survey discusses USWNT's World Cup chances and the Rodman Rule.
- •Teams disclose spending habits and potential rule-breaking.
- •General managers provide insights into league operations and dynamics.
- •Results reflect the evolving nature of women's soccer.
- 10:02 AMESPN Soccer — Anonymous NWSL GM survey: How teams cheat, the Rodman Rule, more
"ESPN's NWSL GM survey returns to dish on the USWNT's World Cup chances, the Rodman rule, rule-breaking, how much they spend, and more.
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