Ta'amu, Harris and Winn Named OurSports Central UFL Players of the Week

April 29, 2025 - D.C. Defenders quarterback Jordan Ta'amu, Arlington Renegades cornerback Ajene Harris, and Memphis Showboats quarterback Dresser Winn were named the OurSports Central United Football League Offensive Player, Defensive Player and Unsung Hero of the Week, respectively, for week five of the UFL season. Ta'amu earned offensive player honors for the third straight week by completing 23 of 36 passes for 308 yards, three touchdowns and one interception along with eight carries for 37 yards and one s... Full Story

Ta'amu Leads DC's Epic 37-33 Comeback Win over Renegades

April 27, 2025 - ARLINGTON, TX - Trailing 27-12 with 1:19 left in the first half, the DC Defenders (4-1, 2-1 XFL) flipped a switch and outscored the Arlington Renegades (3-2, 2-1 XFL) 25-6 for a 37-33 road win and regained sole possession of first place in the XFL conference. Quarterback Jordan Ta'amu was the driving force for DC's offense and recorded a season-high 308 passing yards and matched a career-high four total touchdowns in the win (three passing, one rushing). In a pure two-minute drill trailing 33... Full Story

"We Need to Learn from this Experience": What They're Saying After the Spirit's Match against Gotham FC

April 27, 2025 - The Washington Spirit fell to East Coast rival Gotham FC, 3-0, on Saturday afternoon. After the match, Assistant Coach Adrián González, spoke to the media about the Spirit's first half struggles, Croix Bethune's return to the pitch, and Head Coach Jonatan Giráldez's red card. Forward Makenna Morris and defender Gabby Carle also sat down to provide their thoughts on the team's tough loss and how they can bounce back. Adrián González, Assistant Coach On the slow star... Full Story

D.C. United Lose 3-0 against the Philadelphia Union on the Road

April 26, 2025 - Philadelphia Union (6-3-1, 19 pts.) 3 v. 0 D.C. United (2-5-3, 9 pts.) 2025 MLS Regular Season April 26, 2025 - Subaru Park - Chester, Pennsylvania Player Notes Defender Aaron Herrera created three chances and had seven accurate crosses tonight; he completed 90 minutes. Forward Jacob Murrell started his first match for the Black-and-Red since Feb. 22 against Toronto FC. Murrell won three aerial duels and had two total shots in 71 minutes played. Midfielder Brandon Servania won ... Full Story

• Washington Spirit Falls to Rival Gotham FC, 3-0 - Washington Spirit (NWSL) April 26
• Power FC Takes on Brooklyn FC on the Road Saturday Night - DC Power FC (USLSL) April 25
• 'Busy as Ever': Jaydon Mickens Handles Business on and off the Field - D.C. Defenders (UFL) April 25
• D.C. United Loans Defender Garrison Tubbs to Loudoun United FC - D.C. United (MLS) April 25
• Washington Spirit Hosts East Coast Rival Gotham FC at Home - Washington Spirit (NWSL) April 25
• Power FC Celebrates End of Cherry Blossom Season with Japan Native Midfielder Yuuka Kurosaki - DC Power FC (USLSL) April 25
• D.C. United and DC Power Football Club Partner with Sequel to Provide Complimentary Feminine Hygiene Products at Audi Field - D.C. United (MLS) April 22
• D.C. United and DC Power Football Club Partner with Sequel to Provide Complimentary Feminine Hygiene Products at Audi Field - DC Power FC (USLSL) April 22
• Big Game, Bigger Vibes: Spirit Ready to Host Gotham FC on the Pitch and Large Crowds off It - Washington Spirit (NWSL) April 22
• D.C. United Recalls Homegrown Forward Kristian Fletcher from Nottingham Forest FC Loan - D.C. United (MLS) April 22
• Washington Spirit to Play Bay FC at Iconic Oracle Park in San Francisco, Presented by Visa - Washington Spirit (NWSL) April 22
• Defenders Fall Short to Brahmas in 24-18 Loss - D.C. Defenders (UFL) April 21
• Washington Spirit and Mars, Incorporated Are Teaming up for Pitchside Pups on May 2 - Washington Spirit (NWSL) April 21
• DC Power Football Club Announce Earlier Kickoff Times for May Home Matches - DC Power FC (USLSL) April 21
• By the Numbers: Washington Spirit - 1, Orlando Pride - 0 - Washington Spirit (NWSL) April 21
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• Fredericksburg, Virginia

April 27	UFL	D.C. 37 at Arlington 33	Final
April 26	NWSL	NJ/NY 3 at Washington 0	Final
April 26	MLS	D.C. 0 at Philadelphia 3	Final
April 26	USLSL	DC 1 at Brooklyn 0	Final
April 20	UFL	San Antonio 24 at D.C. 18	Final
April 19	NWSL	Washington 1 at Orlando 0	Final
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• Washington rookie Georgia Amoore injures the ACL in her right knee during practice - WNBA WTOP (April 30)
• 2025 WNBA season preview: New energy is reviving the Washington Mystics' culture - WNBA SB Nation (April 29)
• Lucy Olsen Explains Aspect of Iowa Game She Sees Translating to WNBA - WNBA Sports Illustrated (April 29)
• Paul Pogba focused on Europe despite D.C. United talks - sources - MLS ESPN (April 29)
• Loudoun United appoints former MLS player Steven Birnbaum as general manager - MLS Loudoun Times-Mirror (April 29)
• Arlington Packs the Weekend with Renegades Football, Cultural Fiestas, Golf Championships, and More - UFL NewsBreak - Arlington (April 28)
• Arlington Renegades run out of answers as DC Defenders close out last-minute stunner - UFL Dallas Morning News (April 28)
• United Football League Week 5 roundup: DC Defenders rally into first place - UFL AL.com (April 28)
• Union rout D.C. United, 3-0, in a win that was rarely in doubt - MLS Philly.com (April 27)
• Union 'weather storms,' blow out D.C. United for second straight win - MLS Delaware County Times (April 27)
• Jakob Glesnes, Andre Blake help Union cruise to 3-0 victory over DC United - MLS WTOP (April 27)
• Despite injuries, Washington Spirit ready for ‘Battle of the East’ match vs. Gotham - NWSL WTOP (April 25)
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