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Orlando Pride shut out Washington Spirit 2-0, win NWSL Shield
Read full article: Orlando Pride shut out Washington Spirit 2-0, win NWSL ShieldThe Orlando Pride beat the Washington Spirit at home on Sunday afternoon 2-0 guaranteeing home-field advantage through the semi-finals of the 2024 NWSL playoffs.
Alex Morgan retires from professional soccer and is expecting her second child
Read full article: Alex Morgan retires from professional soccer and is expecting her second childTwo-time Women’s World Cup champion Alex Morgan has announced she is pregnant with her second child and is retiring from professional soccer.
NWSL reaches new collective bargaining agreement that adds more money for players, ends draft
Read full article: NWSL reaches new collective bargaining agreement that adds more money for players, ends draftThe National Women’s Soccer League and its players have reached a deal on a new collective bargaining agreement that eliminates the draft, guarantees all contracts, provides for parental leave and childcare benefits and promises more money to players.
Orlando Pride earns point in inaugural NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup match
Read full article: Orlando Pride earns point in inaugural NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup matchThe Orlando Pride earned a point against the North Carolina Courage on Saturday evening in the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup.
Banda and Marta are fueling Orlando Pride’s turnaround season
Read full article: Banda and Marta are fueling Orlando Pride’s turnaround seasonWith the addition of Zambian forward Barbra Banda and the steadying presence of Brazilian superstar Marta, the Orlando Pride are undefeated and hovering atop the league.
Orlando Pride draw 1-1 with San Diego Wave, ending 8-game win streak
Read full article: Orlando Pride draw 1-1 with San Diego Wave, ending 8-game win streakThe Orlando Pride and the San Diego Wave played to a 1-1 final Friday night at at Snapdragon Stadium, ending the Pride’s eight-game win streak but continuing the team’s unbeaten run to start to the 2024 NWSL season.
Barbra Banda joins her Orlando Pride teammates for her first practice with the team
Read full article: Barbra Banda joins her Orlando Pride teammates for her first practice with the teamForward Barbra Banda has officially joined the Orlando Pride after helping the Zambian women’s national team secure a spot at this summer’s Olympics.
Orlando Pride end their season with a 1-0 win over Houston Dash
Read full article: Orlando Pride end their season with a 1-0 win over Houston DashThe Pride beat the Houston Dash 1-0 on Sunday evening at Exploria Stadium in their final regular season game, but the win wasn’t enough to get Orlando into the playoffs.
Inquiry finds widespread misconduct in women’s pro soccer
Read full article: Inquiry finds widespread misconduct in women’s pro soccerAn investigation commissioned by the National Women’s Soccer League and its players union found “widespread misconduct” directed at players dating back to the beginnings nearly a decade ago of the top U.S. women’s professional league.
‘A wonderful day:’ 2,000 Thanksgiving meals distributed at Exploria Stadium
Read full article: ‘A wonderful day:’ 2,000 Thanksgiving meals distributed at Exploria StadiumEugine Blackshear was one of the many who got up early on Monday morning to make the long line at Exploria Stadium all to get a Thanksgiving meal for his family.
Contracts of Orlando Pride coach Amanda Cromwell, assistant coach Sam Greene terminated
Read full article: Contracts of Orlando Pride coach Amanda Cromwell, assistant coach Sam Greene terminatedThe National Women’s Soccer League announced on Monday that they have terminated the contract of Orlando Pride head coach Amanda Cromwell and assistant coach Sam Greene.
NWSL abuse was systemic, damning report says
Read full article: NWSL abuse was systemic, damning report saysAn independent investigation into the scandals that erupted in the National Women’s Soccer League found emotional abuse and sexual misconduct were systemic in the sport, impacting multiple teams, coaches and players.
Orlando Pride places head coach on temporary leave due to ongoing investigation
Read full article: Orlando Pride places head coach on temporary leave due to ongoing investigationThe Orlando Pride soccer team’s head coach and an assistant coach have been placed on temporary administrative leave as a result of an ongoing investigation, according to the club.
Penalty kick in waning seconds helps Pride salvage tie against Kansas City
Read full article: Penalty kick in waning seconds helps Pride salvage tie against Kansas CityToni Pressley scored on a penalty kick in the fifth minute of stoppage time to help the Pride salvage a 2-2 tie at home against Kansas City in what was a wild finish.
News 6′s Jamie Seh among finalists up for SPORTYS awards
Read full article: News 6′s Jamie Seh among finalists up for SPORTYS awardsThe Greater Orlando Sports Commission released a list of 60 finalists for the 2022 SPORTYS: Greater Orlando’s Night of Champions presented by Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute and among the finalists is News 6′s sports director Jamie Seh.
Orlando Pride salvage 1-1 tie on road at North Carolina
Read full article: Orlando Pride salvage 1-1 tie on road at North CarolinaThe good news for the Orlando Pride was that they didn’t lose on Saturday. The bad news is that the Pride’s winless streak was stretched to six games following a 1-1 tie at the North Carolina Courage.
Orlando Pride fall at home for first time, lose 2-0 to North Carolina
Read full article: Orlando Pride fall at home for first time, lose 2-0 to North CarolinaIt wasn’t a festive July 4 for the Orlando Pride on Sunday, as the Pride dropped their first home game of the year, falling 2-0 to the North Carolina Courage.
Late goal from Petersen helps Pride salvage tie against Gotham FC
Read full article: Late goal from Petersen helps Pride salvage tie against Gotham FCThe Orlando Pride were just a few minutes from suffering their first loss of the season on Sunday, but Courtney Petersen helped keep the Pride’s unbeaten streak alive at the last minute.
Morgan gets assist in return with Pride, Orlando beats Washington
Read full article: Morgan gets assist in return with Pride, Orlando beats WashingtonForward Alex Morgan returned to the field at Exploria Stadium and assisted a goal as the Orlando Pride defeated the Washington Spirit 1-0 Wednesday night.
‘Fever, vomiting, an awful cough:’ Orlando Pride player’s children test positive for COVID-19
Read full article: ‘Fever, vomiting, an awful cough:’ Orlando Pride player’s children test positive for COVID-19Orlando Pride soccer player and Olympic Gold Medalist Sydney Leroux took to social media Tuesday to share her personal experience with COVID-19.
Orlando Pride stage improbable rally to force 3-3 tie with North Carolina
Read full article: Orlando Pride stage improbable rally to force 3-3 tie with North CarolinaIt was quite a comeback to force a tie for the Orlando Pride on Saturday. Trailing 3-0 at halftime, the Pride rallied for three second-half goals to force a 3-3 tie in the fourth and final game of the Pride’s Fall Series games. After goals by Marisa Viggiano in the 54th minute and Kristen Edmonds in the 71st minute, the Pride tied the game in stoppage time on a goal by Ally Haran. The Pride finished 0-2-2 during their four games.
Bad second half costs Orlando Pride in 3-1 loss to Houston
Read full article: Bad second half costs Orlando Pride in 3-1 loss to HoustonTwo goals in the second half lifted the Houston Dash to a 3-1 over the Orlando Pride on Saturday night in Houston. Houston opened the scoring in the 27th minute on a goal by Nichelle Prince, but the Pride tied the game in extra time right before halftime on a goal by Marisa Viggiano. But the Dash took control on a goal by Sophie Schmidt in the 55th minute and another in the 72nd minute by Shea Groom. The chances were heavily in favor of the Dash, who outshot the Pride by a 27-6 margin. Next up is a rematch with the dash on Oct. 9, this time at Osceola County Stadium.
Pride open up fall series action with 0-0 tie at North Carolina
Read full article: Pride open up fall series action with 0-0 tie at North CarolinaThe Orlando Pride opened up their fall series of play with a scoreless draw at the North Carolina Courage on Saturday. The Pride withstood a barrage of shots from the Courage, who outshot the Pride, 18-6, and had eight corner kicks to four for Orlando. Orlando will next be in action next Saturday at the Houston Dash in what will be the second of four games played during their fall series.