Lynn Williams is the goal-scorer who also defends

This article is part of our “Forwards” series this month, which is exclusively for subscribers of The Equalizer Extra. New subscribers can...

‘I needed a break’: How Erika Tymrak rediscovered her love for soccer

Erika Tymrak had done everything she could to disconnect herself from the soccer world. Following the 2019 National Women’s Soccer League...

At 30, Sydney Leroux says she’s just getting started

When the Orlando Pride released their preliminary preseason roster, an ominous notation appeared next to Sydney Leroux’s name. The explanation was...

‘Surrounded with newness,’ 2021 is a year of change for Abby Dahlkemper

Change is the operative word for Abby Dahlkemper in 2021. The United States women’s national team defender ended her six-year run...

Macario looks forward to daily challenge at Lyon — and NWSL in the distant future

Catarina Macario is the most anticipated women’s college soccer prospect in some time. Her signing with Lyon has been viewed through...

Michele Vasconcelos finally made it home. Then, her team moved

Michele Vasconcelos thought it might be a sign. Maybe this would be a good time to hang up her boots. It...

In Seville, two Americans unite on opposite sides of century-old rivalry

This is the story of a journey. Two, in fact. It’s also a story about two soccer clubs, and the story...

‘I was meant to live here’: A wave of American players to England extends beyond the top tier

U.S. women’s soccer players have a distinct style of play, one often viewed as unconventional by their European counterparts. That contrast...

Crystal Thomas just wants to keep getting better

The National Women’s Soccer League has long had a reputation for being one of the most physical leagues in the world....

Rachel Corboz is living her professional dream in France

Since the National Women’s Soccer League kicked off play in 2013 — and before the COVID-19 pandemic — American players have...