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District Press teams with Stimulus Athletic for new DC-themed apparel

With the seasons of our DC area soccer teams in full swing, fans like us are busy following our favorite…

DC Power Draw, Washington Spirit Roar into 2026 Play, Siblings Be Crazy, and More: Friday Freedom Kicks

Hey, y’all Happy Friday to all who celebrate! It promises to be a heady and impactful weekend of local soccer…

Washington Spirit 2026 season preview

Washington Spirit’s first game of 2026 is days away, and the big question this year is: can the third time…

DC Power FC draws Dallas Trinity in spring home opener

DC Power FC was a bit unlucky in a 1-1 draw against Dallas Trinity on Thursday night in their spring…

DC Power FC vs. Dallas Trinity: Preview, time, and how to watch

DC Power FC put their five match unbeaten streak on the line this evening as they take on Dallas Trinity…

Washington Spirit vs. Portland Thorns FC: Preview, time, and how to watch

The 2026 NWSL season begins tonight in Buzzard Point! In the first match of the year, Washington Spirit will face…

Spirit Roster, Thoughts on WAFCON, Shoe Collaborations, and more: Thursday Freedom Kicks

Happy Thursday. For the first time in 2026 (and maybe the only time for a bit) DC United, Washington Spirit,…

Takeaways from Washington Spirit’s start-of-season roster

Washington Spirit released their start-of-season roster this afternoon, in anticipation of the season opener Friday night. Most of the 28-player…

Spirit Opener Approaches, USL Uncertainty, Iran’s World Cup Status Still Unclear, and More: Wednesday Freedom Kicks

Spring has sprung with the jarring alacrity of a pie launched in one’s face by a trebuchet. As someone who…

Denim makes a comeback, Wandering Spirits excel away from home, and more: Tuesday Freedom Kicks

Morning DC Footy Folks! Yesterday was a fantastic day in the District and today may be even better! I am…

International Recap: Power FC and Spirit Players in the March International Window

The international window for March closed this weekend (with the exception of the AFC Women’s Cup) after a full slate…