Denver lands 16th NWSL franchise at record $110m expansion fee

Denver to join NWSL as 16th franchise in 2026
Owners plan dedicated stadium and facilities

The National Women’s Soccer League officially announced on Thursday that Denver will join the league as its 16th team in 2026.

“As the NWSL continues its rapid growth, we knew it was critical to launch our 16th team in a city with a passionate sports culture and vibrant fan base – and Denver is the perfect match,” NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman said.

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