‘It leaves a bad taste in my mouth’: Columbus embraces NWSL while questioning the cost

A $205m expansion team is a sign of the league’s rapid growth, but conflicts over funding and facilities show the tensions of public-private partnerships in sports

The Guardian
Columbus awarded NWSL expansion team, set to begin play in 2028

The newest National Women’s Soccer League expansion team is coming to Columbus. National Women’s Soccer League Commissioner Jessica Berman announced Monday that Columbus will become the league’s 18th franchise. “We’re excited to bring the world’s most competitive women’s soccer league to Columbus and to see this community embrace the game in a new way,” Berman […]

The Lantern

COLUMBUS LLEGARÁ A LA NWSL 🏟️🇺🇸

La Liga Nacional de Futbol Femenil anunció la incorporación de una nueva franquicia en Columbus, Ohio, la cual se convertirá en el equipo número 18 del torneo.

📌El club tendrá previsto iniciar en 2028 y estará bajo la propiedad de Haslam Sports Group ( dueños del #ColumbusCrew de la MLS ), Nationwide y los doctores Christine y Pete Edwards.