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- Catarina Macario, a star of the U.S. Women’s National Team, signed a contract with the San Diego Wave worth nearly $8 million over five years.
- She previously played for Chelsea and was acquired for a $300,000 transfer fee.
- Her popularity is reflected in a $10 million sponsorship deal with Nike.
- The Wave aims to boost performance and attendance after a playoff return in 2025, following the retirement of Alex Morgan.
