NWSL, Chicago and Orlando Pride

NWSL Season Opener Preview: Orlando Pride Vs. Chicago Stars FC
With the excitement surrounding the new season, all eyes will be on the Pride as they aim to defend their title and set the tone for another championship campaign.
Chicago Stars FC Mallory Swanson will miss season opener against Orlando Pride
The NWSL season begins this weekend, but Chicago Stars FC Mallory Swanson will not participate in the season opener against the Orlando Pride.
Stars' Mallory Swanson remains on leave, will miss start of NWSL season
With the Stars opening the regular season on Friday at defending champions Orlando Pride, the club confirmed on Wednesday that Swanson's absence would continue.
Stars F Mallory Swanson (personal) to miss season opener
Mallory Swanson will not play in the Chicago Stars' season opener on Friday as the star forward remains out for personal reasons.
Chicago Stars Forward Mallory Swanson to Miss 2025 NWSL Kick-Off
With Mallory Swanson delayed from joining her Chicago Stars, only one member of the USWNT's Triple Espresso is available for 2025 NWSL play.
Mallory Swanson still missing from Chicago Stars ahead of season opener — and striker’s return uncertain
Mallory Swanson is still missing for the Chicago Stars. The star striker will not play in Friday’s regular-season opener against the Orlando Pride, the reigning NWSL champions. Swanson has not participated in any preseason activities due to personal reasons.
Mallory Swanson will miss Chicago Stars’ NWSL season opener for personal reasons
Chicago Stars forward Mallory Swanson will miss the team’s National Women’s Soccer League season opener on Friday night against the Orlando Pride for personal reasons.
USWNT star Mallory Swanson to miss beginning of NWSL season, timeline for return unclear
U.S. women's national team attacker and club franchise player Mallory Swanson will not be with Chicago Stars FC on Friday during their regular season opener. A club spokesperson and head coach Lorne Donaldson confirmed the absence on Wednesday during the club's match week availability.
USWNT's Mallory Swanson to miss NWSL start for personal reasons
Chicago Stars FC forward Mallory Swanson will miss the start of the 2025 National Women's Soccer League season due to personal reasons, the club confirmed on Wednesday.
Michigan State University soccer standout Justina Gaynor signs with Chicago Stars FC
Michigan State soccer defender Justina Gaynor signs a one-year contract with the National Women's Soccer League's Chicago ...
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Chicago Fire FC spoiled FC Dallas' home opener with a 3-1 victory
FC Dallas leads the all-time series against Chicago Fire FC with a 22-18-5 record. The Fire travel to play Toronto FC on Saturday. Dallas will host the Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday.
Spartan Soccer Alum Signs Pro Contract
Former Michigan State midfielderJustina Gaynor is the latest to earn a professional contract as she has finalized a deal to join the NWSL's Chicago Stars, the t ...
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Margie Korshak, Chicago public relations executive who worked with the stars, dies at 86
Chicago public relations executive Margie Korshak ... was when Mill Run Theater opened in Niles and we had all the big stars," Korshak said in 2011. "I remember Michael Jackson when he was ...