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NWSL season hits midway point as teams prepare for World Cup break

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 10:06 AM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

NWSL season hits midway point as teams prepare for World Cup break
Summary

The 2026 NWSL season has reached its midpoint, coinciding with a break for the FIFA World Cup. A total of 138 NWSL players, including the USWNT's Trinity Rodman, Sophia Wilson, and Mallory Swanson, will represent their countries in the tournament. The second half of the season will begin on July 3. Temwa Chawinga of Kansas City Current, aiming for her third consecutive MVP, has scored seven goals in eight matches. The Utah Royals sit in second place, pursuing their first playoff appearance after a strong turnaround. Wilson, returning from maternity leave, has five goals for Portland Thorns, who trail only the San Diego Wave in the standings.

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Status Watch
  • •NWSL resumes play on July 3 after World Cup break.
  • •Temwa Chawinga has seven goals, competitive for MVP.
  • •Utah Royals are second in standings, seeking playoffs.
  • •Sophia Wilson has five goals, leading Portland Thorns.
  • •San Diego Wave currently lead the standings.
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  • 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — The first half is finished — here’s everything the NWSL just told us
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Here are the biggest storylines at the midway point of the 2026 NWSL season, from the MVP race to the Utah Royals' turnaround and Wilson's return.

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