CHICAGO (January 27, 2021) – The National Women’s Soccer League today announced the Medical Task Force has approved play in home markets for the 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup set to begin on April 9, 2021. The NWSL has also released updated medical protocols and key dates for the new and expanded 2021 competition framework.
Players will report to camp on Feb. 1, 2021. Following the Challenge Cup, the NWSL’s 10 teams will face off in a 24-game regular season beginning May 15, 2021. The league will not break for the 2021 Olympic Games and the regular season will conclude on Oct.