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• Arizona enters the tournament as a major contender, having recorded wins over powerhouse programs Florida, UConn, Alabama, Houston, and Kansas during the regular season. • The Wildcats are pursuing the West Coast's first national championship since 1997, leveraging their dominant schedule and tournament experience. • Arizona's offensive firepower and tournament pedigree position them among the favorites to compete for the national title.

Utah Royals FC travels to Kansas City Current at 4 p.m. ET on ION, as the NWSL regular season progresses with multiple U.S. matchups. This game follows Gotham FC at Boston on ABC, highlighting league expansion and talent depth. Subsequent fixtures include Denver at Bay FC and Houston at San Diego. NWSL aims to build on growing fan interest.

The NWSL 2026 season opened Saturday with NJ/NY Gotham FC visiting Boston Fleet at 12:30 p.m. ET on ABC, followed by Utah Royals at Kansas City at 4 p.m. Other matchups include Denver at Bay FC and Houston at San Diego Wave. 'This season promises more parity and star power,' said commissioner Jessica Berman. Attendance is projected up 20% after last year's record crowds, with playoffs set for November.

The NWSL 2026 season kicks off March 14 with Gotham FC visiting Boston Impact at 12:30 p.m. ET on ABC, followed by Utah Royals at Kansas City 4 p.m. and Denver at Bay FC 6:30 p.m. on ION. Houston Dash faces San Diego Wave at 8:45 p.m., marking key US women's soccer rivalries with stars like Alex Morgan expected to feature. These openers set early standings in the 14-team league expanding playoff contention. Expansion side Boston aims to surprise, per coach Ali Krieger.