![]() ![]() All eyes will be on 2022 MVP Sophia Smith, with the expectation that she’ll spark the scoring for the Thorns this season. This will be the Thorns’ first match with new head coach Mike Norris and will put legends Christine Sinclair and Marta against each other. This match promises an entertaining start to the season for last year’s champions, with the Pride appearing as a possible dark horse pick for the season. There is always the possibility of a Trinity Rodman impossible goal, so Phallon Tullis-Joyce will still have to be on high alert. ![]() Stacked with seasoned players benefitting from playoff experience, Rapinoe, Lavelle, Fishlock, and Barnes should have a field day at Audi. Their team is young, and the Reign will be looking to take advantage of that. Between a rebrand off the field and an offseason littered with the loss of their championship-winning roster, the Spirit are going to be unsettled. Last year’s shield winners kick off their season in the district facing a Washington Spirit side that is likely to look a little lost. This will be the match to watch for Saturday and promises lots of action. But the Red Stars are never one to be counted out, with Mal Swanson on their side and Naeher in goal. The Wave are going to want to put on a show for their home fans, probably with an exceptional Alex Morgan goal and an amazing Sheridan save. The game promises a packed house with over 23,500 tickets sold as of Monday. Pack the Snap is back featuring a brilliant match-up to kick off the Wave’s sophomore season. NWSL Season Preview: Chicago Red Stars v. The Courage on the other hand will be showcasing their new starting lineup after losing many of their veterans in the offseason and will feature a young squad eager to prove themselves against last year’s runner-up. Whether that bang includes a Debinha golazo or iconic LaBonta celly remains to be seen. ![]() Coming off their championship berth, the Current will be looking to kick things off with a bang and remind everyone that they’re playoff material. The Courage host the Current in the first match of the season. NWSL Season Preview: Kansas City Current v. Here are the match reports for opening weekend. This season promises the usual amount of NWSL chaos and it all kicks off Saturday, March 25. ![]()
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