The current NWSL season is yet to officially conclude despite the end of the regular season , but excitement for the 2026 edition is already palpable. For those unaware, next year will mark the official debut of the league’s 15th and 16th expansion teams, Denver Summit FC and Boston Legacy FC, showcasing just how rapidly the NWSL is growing. But who would have thought the league would expand so quickly that, even before these two teams make their mark, plans for another new soccer club have already been announced?

Seems far-fetched, but that is the word around the town spread by people familiar with the matter who spoke with The Athletic on the condition of anonymity to protect relationships. Per the report , Atlanta is touted to get the 17th NWSL expansion slot for a fee

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