American NWSL on TV Today
Where to Stream American NWSL Live
Where to watch American NWSL online: The premium networks and streaming platforms below hold the official broadcast rights to air live matches.
About American NWSL
The NWSL is the top women's soccer league in the United States. It's also widely considered the deepest and most competitive women's league in the world. The league runs from spring through fall, with playoffs and a championship final called the NWSL Championship. The season is in full swing, with teams battling for playoff position.
Top teams
The Portland Thorns and Washington Spirit have been the standard for years. Both have multiple championships and dedicated fan bases. The North Carolina Courage dominated the late 2010s. Newer clubs like Angel City FC and San Diego Wave have brought major investment and celebrity ownership into the mix. Kansas City Current and Gotham FC are also regular playoff contenders.
Star players
The NWSL is loaded with international talent. USWNT stars like Trinity Rodman, Sophia Smith, and Naomi Girma headline. The league also draws top players from Canada, Brazil, and Europe. Alex Morgan is still with San Diego Wave, though she's in the later stages of her career. The talent pool keeps getting deeper as salaries rise and the league expands.
Viewership
The league is growing fast. The 2026 media rights deal with ESPN, CBS, Amazon, and Scripps is worth $240 million over four years — a massive jump from previous deals. Total viewership across all platforms is approaching 20 million annually. Attendance is also up, with several clubs regularly selling out 20,000-seat stadiums. The NWSL Championship game alone draws over a million viewers on network TV.
TV options in the US
Coverage is split across multiple networks. ESPN and ABC carry a slate of games each season, usually the bigger matchups. CBS broadcasts games on CBS, CBS Sports Network, and Paramount+. ION Television runs a weekly Friday night game throughout the season. No single network has everything. You'll need to track schedules if you're sticking to traditional TV.
Streaming options in the US
If you're cutting cable, you'll need a few apps. Paramount+ carries the CBS games. Prime Video has exclusive Thursday night matches. ESPN games require a cable login or ESPN+ subscription. It's a bit scattered, but the NWSL website usually posts where each game is airing well in advance.
International streaming
Here's the good news for fans outside the US. NWSL+ streams every match live and free internationally. No subscription. No blackouts. Just go to the NWSL website or app and watch. It's one of the most accessible top-tier leagues in the world for international fans. The catch is that it's region-locked, so if you're in the US, you still need the domestic broadcasters.
Current season
The 2026 NWSL season kicked off in March. The regular season runs through October, with playoffs in November. The NWSL Championship is set for late November. Orlando Pride are the defending champions after winning their first title in 2025. The league added a new expansion team in Boston this year, bringing the total to 16 clubs.
Recently Completed Matches
Review the final scores and details for recently concluded American NWSL broadcasts below.
