Theo Lloyd-Hughes

Theo Lloyd-Hughes

Joined: Oct 14, 2024

Theo Lloyd-Hughes is a writer for Sports Illustrated Soccer based in the Southern United States. Originally from England, he can often be found in a press box across the NWSL or at international matches featuring the USWNT and other Concacaf nations.

The San Diego Wave are atop the NWSL standings thanks to a five-game win streak.

Portland Thorns forward Sophia Wilson scored her first goal of the season in a win over Angel City this weekend.

United States forward Sophia Wilson (left) and defender Naomi Girma are expected to star at next summer’s World Cup.

The USWNT won its final match against Japan over the weekend with a three-goal showing.

Despite a massive support from a record crowd in Seattle, the United States couldn’t find a way past Japan.

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Emma Hayes made 11 changes as her team was defeated for just the fourth time since she took charge in 2024.

USWNT midfielders Lindsey Heaps (10) and Rose Lavelle (16) each scored in a 2–1 win against Japan.

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Rose Lavelle and Lindsey Heaps starred in a tight contest against the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup champions.

Haley McCutcheon’s goal in extra time won the day for the Orlando Pride against Angel City FC.

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The Orlando Pride ended Angel City’s perfect start to 2026 with a dramatic finish in Florida.

San Diego Wave FC defender Kennedy Wesley (middle) has made a strong impression to start the 2026 season.

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The centerback competition on the U.S. women’s national team is heating up with defenders in Southern California under the spotlight.

Sveindís Jónsdóttir helped lift Angel City FC to a 2–1 win over the Dash.

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Angel City FC stayed perfect as chaos reigned throughout the league. Plus, the Denver Summit smashed the NWSL’s attendance record.

Sophia Smith returns to the USWNT for the first time in 15 months.

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More big names return to Emma Hayes’s squad as a daunting opponent awaits in the April friendlies.

Portland Thorns FC forward Reilyn Turner had plenty to celebrate after a goal against the Kansas City Current.

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The Portland Thorns forward’s prowess in the air could push her for another call-up from Emma Hayes in April.

Angel City put together an impressive result with a 3–1 away win over Bay FC.

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The Los Angeles side stayed perfect after two weeks, with Sveindís Jane Jónsdóttir recording a brace and an assist in an impressive 3–1 road win over Bay FC.

Emma Sears logged a goal and assist for Racing Louisville over the weekend.

Yaz Ryan (left) and Delanie Sheehan are set for pastures new.

Gotham FC are the reigning champions after defeating Washington Spirit in the 2025 NWSL championship.

The USWNT defeated Colombia to clinch the 2026 SheBelieves Cup.