The NWSL has announced that it terms an “update” on the investigation into the Washington Spirit, which has expanded to include multiple issues concerning abusive treatment of players and staff. The statement includes a definitive termination of Richie Burke’s contract “for cause,” and notes that he is barred from working with any NWSL players going forward.
The full statement is as follows:
As has been reported publicly, the National Women’s Soccer League learned of serious allegations concerning the conduct of certain members of the Washington Spirit organization. In response, and consistent with the NWSL’s standard practices and processes, an independent third party was retained to investigate those allegations, including to determine whether there had been any violations of the League’s Anti-Harassment Policy.