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NWSL Aims for Division II League by 2026

4/25/2025

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The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) is taking a bold step by applying to U.S. Soccer for a new Division II league, launching in 2026. With eight teams already on board, the vision is clear: by 2029, every NWSL team will nurture affiliated second-tier squads, revolutionizing player development and elevating women's soccer across the nation.

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The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) is taking a bold step by applying to U.S. Soccer for a new Division II league, launching in 2026. With eight teams already on board, the vision is clear: by 2029, every NWSL team will nurture affiliated second-tier squads, revolutionizing player development and elevating women's soccer across the nation.