Jul 23, 2024 - Sports
National Women’s Soccer League delivers record Olympic turnout
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A record number of National Women's Soccer League players are suiting up for Olympic competitions.
Why it matters: The NWSL reports it is fielding more players in the Games than any other league in the world.
- That's 56 players representing 11 countries, including the United States.
The intrigue: The U.S. Women's National Team leads all countries, with 19 NWSL players, followed by Team Canada, with 10.
- NJ/NY Gotham and the Orlando Pride each have seven players on national teams, followed by the Portland Thorns FC and Washington Spirit, with six players each.
Twenty-seven players will make their Olympics debut in Paris, including reigning NWSL MVP Kerolin and Sophia Smith, who's top three in goals, assists and shots on target.
- More than half of the first-time participants are 24 years old and younger.
What's next: Women's group stage matches begin Thursday. Schedule
