The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) is riding high this season, with a new attendance milestone adding to the growing list of league achievements. As fans filled the stands with a total of 7,291 for the match between the Chicago Red Stars and the Orlando Pride on Sunday, the league officially surpassed 1.5 million in regular season attendance. This remarkable feat marks another historic moment for the NWSL, reflecting the increasing popularity and support for women’s soccer.

The journey to this landmark began earlier this season when the NWSL surpassed one million fans in attendance for the third consecutive year during Week 13. Not only did the league hit this milestone, but it did so faster than ever before. The previous attendance record of 1,424,208 was also shattered last Sunday during Angel City’s match against the Red Stars, further underlining the league’s upward trajectory.

With the average attendance now standing at nearly 11,500, the NWSL is on an impressive path to potentially reach the two million mark before the season concludes. This surge in fan engagement underscores a growing enthusiasm for the league and the sport as a whole, indicating a bright future for women’s soccer in the United States.

As we head into the final seven weeks of regular season play, the excitement only continues to build. The 2024 NWSL Playoffs, presented by Google Pixel, are just around the corner, set to kick off the weekend of November 8-10. This season will feature an expanded quarterfinal round, promising even more thrilling matchups and dramatic moments as teams vie for a spot in the championship.

The NWSL’s rapid growth and the enthusiastic response from fans signal a transformative period for women’s soccer. With record-breaking attendance numbers and a highly competitive playoff structure on the horizon, the league is poised for an unforgettable conclusion to the 2024 season. So, as the final weeks of regular season play unfold, soccer fans across the nation will be eagerly watching and cheering, making this a season to remember for the NWSL.