NWSL's unlikely Houston Dash give sport its first coronavirus-era champion

The NWSL was the first American sports league to return amid the coronavirus pandemic. The Houston Dash reminded us how much that meant.

Dash beat Red Stars to win NWSL Challenge Cup

Sophie Schmidt scored early and Shea Groom added a late goal to give the Houston Dash the NWSL Challenge Cup title over the Chicago Red Stars.

Rachel Daly steers Houston to the NWSL Challenge Cup final

The Dash don't have a rich history, but Houston has found an identity worthy of a team playing for the NWSL championship against Chicago on Sunday.

Houston beats Portland to reach NWSL Cup final

Rachel Daly scored in the 69th minute and the Houston Dash advanced to the NWSL Challenge Cup title game with a 1-0 win over the Portland Thorns.

Unlikely NWSL season will have an unlikely Challenge Cup champion

With the dominant defending NWSL champion Courage out, the Red Stars, Dash, Thorns and Sky Blue look to rewrite history in the semifinals.

The mental toll of life in the NWSL Challenge Cup bubble

The one-month NWSL season tournament, made necessary by the coronavirus pandemic, is short but no less taxing on the players' bodies and minds.

Thorns upset Courage in Challenge Cup quarters

Portland reached the semifinals of the NWSL's Challenge Cup with a stunning upset of North Carolina, while Houston beat Utah on penalties.

NWSL: Officials join players kneeling for anthem

Three of four match officials joined players in kneeling during the national anthem before an NWSL game between the Houston Dash and Utah Royals FC.

Dash confirm Polkinghorne's exit for 'family reasons'

Matildas defender Clare Polkinghorne's stint with American club Houston Dash is over with the veteran returning to Australia for personal reasons.

Simon eyes World Cup spot on Houston Dash return

It's been a dark journey, but crocked Matildas star Kyah Simon can see the light at the end of her injury recovery tunnel.

Houston Dash waive Banyana's Kgatlana and Motlhalo

The Houston Dash have waived the rights to two South African players, Thembi Kgatlana and Linda Motlhalo, the NWSL side announced on Tuesday.

Nigeria's loss against Banyana comes as no surprise

Banyana Banyana defeating the Super Falcons in the Africa Women Cup of Nations on Sunday came as little surprise to fans of either side.

Dash duo headline SA squad for women's Afcon

South Africa coach Des Ellis has named her final squad for the 2018 Africa Women Cup of Nations, as the team goes in search of a place in France.

Houston Dash extend contracts for Banyana duo

National Women's Soccer League side Houston Dash have extended the contracts of South African duo Linda Motlhalo and Thembi Kgatlana to next season.

Banyana's road to the World Cup starts now

South Africa's road to the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup starts on Wednesday when they play their opening match of the COSAFA Women's Championship.

SA's Van Wyk announces Houston Dash departure

South Africa team captain Janine van Wyk has seemingly announced the end of her tenure with National Women's Soccer League side Houston Dash.

Kgatlana scores maiden goal as Dash beat Pride

South Africa's Thembi Kgatlana netted her maiden goal for the Houston Dash as they beat a star-studded Orlando Pride 3-1 on Wednesday night.

Van Wyk aims to erase World Cup heartaches

Houston Dash defender Janine van Wyk is preparing for what could be her last chance to qualify for a World Cup with South Africa.

Van Wyk enjoying senior role at Houston Dash

Houston Dash defender Janine van Wyk feels her second season in the National Women's Soccer League is a success so far, despite middling results.

Brantz: Williams reflects on Sorry Day

Lydia Williams is proud of her Australian indigenous roots as she continues to write her name into women's football history, writes Stephanie Brantz.

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