Despite the longer history of football infrastructure in Europe, the NWSL has clearly become a global destination for even the most elite European talent.
The European footballers playing their trade in the NWSL have proven crucial to their national teams’ success at UEFA Women’s Euro 2025. With four stars reaching the semifinals, their impact is being felt both on American soil and on the biggest stage in Europe.
These players are not just thriving, they’re transforming the competitive landscape of the NWSL.