Chicago Stars FC Come from Behind to Beat Utah Royals FC, 3-2

July 5, 2026 - CHICAGO - Jordyn Huitema scored twice to lead Chicago Stars FC (4-9-0, 13 pts) in a 3-2 come-from-behind victory at Martin Stadium on Sunday afternoon against Utah Royals FC (7-3-3, 24 pts). Match Notes: - Jordyn Huitema recorded her first brace as a Chicago Star today. - Maitane and Brianna Pinto recorded their first assists of the season. Pinto's was her first assist as a Star. - Chicago outshot Utah 9 to 5 in the first half and 15 to 13 in total. - Mallory Swanson created four chances for Chicago in the first... Full Story

Courage Storm Back behind Sanchez Brace, Exit Break with a Win

July 5, 2026 - Thanks to forward Ashley Sanchez's second brace of the National Women's Soccer League season, the North Carolina Courage defeated the Seattle Reign 3-1 in front of 7,126 fans at First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, N.C., Saturday evening. It was the first match for both teams following a mid-season break. The Courage are now 11-6-3 against the Reign during the regular season. North Carolina earned the club's first four-match winning streak since 2023. "First of all, so important for us to feel like we ... Full Story

Bay FC start Fast, draw 2-2 Sunday at Boston Legacy FC

July 5, 2026 - PAWTUCKET, R.I. - Bay FC resumed NWSL play with a 2-2 draw at Boston Legacy FC Sunday morning in Pawtucket, R.I. as the club returned to the pitch following the NWSL's summer break. Midfielder Claire Hutton got the day going early with a goal and an assist to forward Karlie Lema in the first 18 minutes of the match, giving the club an early advantage. Boston would pull one back before the break and pull level from the penalty spot as time ticked down. "Frustrating day at the office. Obviously, we put ourselves in a really... Full Story

Boston Legacy Fight Back with Two Goals to Earn Point from Bay FC

July 5, 2026 - Pawtucket, RI - Boston Legacy FC battled back from a two-goal deficit to earn a 2-2 draw against Bay FC on Saturday afternoon at Centreville Bank Stadium. The match opened at a high intensity, with Bay FC pressing early and Boston Legacy FC looking to settle into possession and build through midfield. At 3', Casey Murphy was whistled for a foul in the box and shown a yellow card a minute later. Bay FC capitalized on this opportunity as Claire Hutton converted from the penalty spot in the 5' to give the visitors a 1-0 lead... Full Story

• Chicago Stars FC Come from Behind to Beat Utah Royals FC, 3-2 - Chicago Stars FC (NWSL) July 5
  
• Utah Royals Fall in 3-2 Battle against Chicago Stars - Utah Royals FC (NWSL) July 5
  
• Courage Storm Back behind Sanchez Brace, Exit Break with a Win - North Carolina Courage (NWSL) July 5
  
• Bay FC start Fast, draw 2-2 Sunday at Boston Legacy FC - Bay FC (NWSL) July 5
  
• Boston Legacy Fight Back with Two Goals to Earn Point from Bay FC - Boston Legacy FC (NWSL) July 5
  
• Preview: Chicago Stars FC vs. Utah Royals FC - Chicago Stars FC (NWSL) July 5
  
• San Diego Wave FC Secures 2-0 Win over Gotham FC at Snapdragon Stadium - San Diego Wave FC (NWSL) July 4
  
• Gotham FC Falls, 2-0, at San Diego - NJ/NY Gotham FC (NWSL) July 4
  
• Reign FC Falls, 3-1, on the Road to North Carolina Courage - Seattle Reign FC (NWSL) July 4
  
• Courage Win Fourth Straight In First Match Back From The Break - North Carolina Courage (NWSL) July 4
  
• No Changes to Gotham FC's Setup as NWSL Play Resumes - NJ/NY Gotham FC (NWSL) July 4
  
• Badu Hat-Trick Powers Roses Past Reigning Champions - Roses de Montreal FC (NSL) July 4
  
• Vancouver Rise FC Fall to Defeat in Montreal - Vancouver Rise FC (NSL) July 4
  
• Utah Royals FC Looks to Extend 10-Match Unbeaten Streak at Chicago Stars in Return to NWSL Regular Season Play - Utah Royals FC (NWSL) July 4
  
• Bay FC Returns with East Coast Swing Starting Sunday at Boston Legacy FC - Bay FC (NWSL) July 4
  
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• Women's sports are having a moment, and Utah is no exception - NWSL KSL (July 5)
  
• Boston Legacy impressively rally to earn 2-2 draw - NWSL Boston Herald (July 5)
  
• VIDEO: Sophia Wilson with the Backheel Pass and the PERFECT Finish #nwsl #soccer #football - NWSL YouTube (July 5)
  
• VIDEO: A Rocket from Pietra Tordin! #nwsl #soccer #football - NWSL YouTube (July 5)
  
• VIDEO: Sophia Wilson Reilyn Turner #nwsl #soccer #football - NWSL YouTube (July 5)
  
• VIDEO: FULL HIGHLIGHTS: Chicago Stars FC vs. Utah Royals FC - NWSL YouTube (July 5)
  
• VIDEO: The First Goal of the Season for Jayden Perry! #nwsl #soccer #football - NWSL YouTube (July 5)
  
• VIDEO: SAM STAAB! the Perfect Free Kick! #nwsl #soccer #football - NWSL YouTube (July 5)
  
• VIDEO: Even a Bloody Nose Can't Stop Jordyn Huitema #nwsl #soccer #football - NWSL YouTube (July 5)
  
• VIDEO: Cloé Lacasse Doesn'T Miss #nwsl #soccer #football - NWSL YouTube (July 5)
  
• After monthlong break, Boston Legacy FC battles back to earn a draw with Bay FC - NWSL Boston Globe (July 5)
  
• Bay FC comes out firing, but long NWSL winless streak extended - NWSL San Jose Mercury News (July 5)
  
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