Orlando Pride vs. Houston Dash - September 28, 2024

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FinalSep 28

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Houston Dash

Soaking in the Texas heat before we hit the road ☀️

The Mane Land

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Orlando Pride

All eyes ahead ⏳

Houston Dash

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The Mane Land

The Orlando Pride announced the signing of Norwegian forward Sanne Lekven today. Here are the details and what it means for the Pride: https://t.co/jG889evhif https://t.co/jG889evhif

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Orlando Pride keeps turning up their game in handing Angel City their first lossIf the Orlando Pride were an industrial motor, they'd be racing at over 100 mph without hitting high gear yet. They handed Angel City FC their first loss of the season, preserving the Pride's unbeaten streak at four matches at the time.

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All systems go as Orlando Pride take first win of season from Chicago StarsDefeating the Chicago Stars in an away match, the Orlando Pride now have the first of many wins in this 2026 NWSL season. It ends the Stars' nine-game unbeaten streak at home and marks the Pride's record at 1-1-1. But the match wasn't just about offense.

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Two opposing phenoms make for a dazzling draw for Orlando PrideThe 1-1 draw by the teams was actually a story of two peaking players in the NWSL. Orlando Pride winger Jacquie Ovalle appeared to put her team in the lead for good with a 12th-minute goal. It was called offside. Denver goalkeeper Abby Smith had 10 saves.

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One short-term, one returning: Orlando Pride roster loaded for 2026One player entered the squad on a short-term contract. Another player returns from a loan. The Orlando Pride has a fully loaded roster ready to power up the pitch in 2026. Those are the qualities the Orlando Pride looks for, said Caitlin Carducci.

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Hailie Mace joins an Orlando Pride backline aimed at new recordsIn 2024, before winning the NWSL Championship, the Orlando Pride ended the run of the Kansas City Current. Then they won it all. So defensive players, such as goalkeeper Anna Moorhouse, know what stopping qualities the squad has that worked then.

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Orlando Pride won't squander a moment arming for their seasonHead Coach Seb Hines has loaded up for the 2026 season that the Orlando Pride is preparing for now. So have the other coaches and players. Hines has completed his U.S. Soccer Pro License Course. This elevates him to the highest level of coaching.

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🚨 Trinity Rodman Stays in NWSLUSWNT, Washington Spirit star becomes highest-paid women's soccer player in world with new 3-year deal (ESPN)

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Answer for Orlando Pride not just about adding players anymoreCertainly, there are new players on the Orlando Pride squad this season. In mid-January, they picked up another goalkeeper, a defender, and two forwards. The NWSL promises tough competition. But everyone agrees - this squad has what it takes win it all.

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Orlando Pride loads up for 2026 with young, edge competitorsA flurry of signings has powered up the depth on the Orlando Pride roster. They signed four young players to the goalkeeper, defender, and two forward positions. This instantly positions them for the 2026 season with incredible depth. The squad is ready.

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Strong Orlando Pride GM selection comes with a bit of ironyCaitlin Carducci helmed the Kansas City Current as the squad opposed the Pride in their final match before advancing to the championship. She's now the new General Manager and plans to helm the club as they go all the way this season. It's almost ironic.

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Orlando Pride have the players and qualities for a 2026 championshipThe Orlando Pride have 23 players under contract this offseason. The returning players didn't deliver the league championship in 2025 that they did in 2024, along with the NWSL Shield. But they include several squad members helped get more wins.

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Orlando Pride finishes its development year by going largeThe end of 2025 marked the first year for the expanded Orlando Pride affiliates, now a league-leading development system. The squad's 11 Pride Soccer School teams competed in the Purple Pathway Classic alongside the Orlando City SC developmental clubs.

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NWSL Approves High Impact Player Rule 🤑Trinity Rodman-inspired rule increases spending...with certain criteria 📲

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Orlando Pride brings Current defender for the 2026 championship runDefender Hailie Mace leaves the Current squad, where she's played since their first season in 2021. In her first full season, she made the NWSL Best XI Second Team. She then won her three career Best XI of the Month. The team finished first, 21-3-2.

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Where have you gone, Barbra Banda of the Orlando Pride?The omens threatening the Orlando Pride season multiplied late in the NWSL season. The bad feelings started when striker Barbara Banda suffered a season-ending injury. It was during a match with the Kansas City Current, which ended in a draw.

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Orlando Pride knows what's necessary to regain championship momentumThe next Sporting Director, who will replace departing Haley Carter, will continue to assemble a winning roster, to begin with. The major responsibility for strategy will remain with the coaches. They know as well as the players what they need to do.

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Exits begin from Orlando Pride organization starting with Sporting DirectorHaley Carter, Orlando Pride Vice President of Soccer Operations and Sporting Director, has left to take on new career opportunities. In just three years. She made Pride roster adjustments appear seamless.

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Frustrated chirps heard across social media about Orlando PrideA typical exchange lately on X overlapped a bit with disappointment over Orlando City SC. But the originator quickly got everyone back on track. Their concern is the Orlando Pride in the NWSL. Through 19 matches, the Orlando Pride held the fifth spot.

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Ovalle Breaks Transfer Record 💸Orlando Pride signs Tigres attacker for world record $1.5M

Bleacher Report•1y

Ballon d'Or Nominees Revealed ⭐️Men's and women's lists announced; ceremony on Sept. 22 📲

This or That with Marta 🇧🇷

Brazilian legend answers the tough questions 🎥

USWNT Up 1-0 vs. Ireland 💪

Lavelle sets up opener from nifty short corner routine 🎥