Happy Friday! I have had a very busy week and am looking forward to the weekend and then just one more work week before a vacation!

Washington Spirit and Midfielder Deborah Abiodun Agree to New Contract (Washington Spirit)
Deb Abiodun has signed a new two-year contract (that is really more of a one-year extension of her old contract, but oh, well). Though she’s been injured much of this season, Deb is an excellent ball-winner and an asset in midfield. Seems like a smart business decision to me.

U.S. to host inaugural 2028 Women’s Club World Cup (ESPN)
The tournament is scheduled for January 2028, which means we could probably predict host cities right now. FIFA also announced that prize money will total $2.5 million, the same amount they paid for the men’s version. Pretty cool!

Haiti moves home leg of Concacaf Nations League match against USMNT to Miami (SSFC)
Because of unsafe conditions in Haiti, the country’s federation has been given permission to play upcoming “home” matches to opponent’s countries, including a Nov. 14 game against the USMNT.

Now, allow me to present the cutest photo you’ve ever seen of a Washington Spirit goalkeeper and her twin sister:

Philadelphia Union’s Cavan Sullivan fined by MLS Disciplinary Committee (MLS)
Cavan fined for flopping! Plus several other players facing disciplinary fines. Sharing for the drama.

USMNT’s Adams uses face to draw red, but Europa League showdown vs. Pulisic doesn’t materialize (The Athletic $)
Leave Tyler Adams’s face alone!!

And send Naomi Girma home, while you’re at it!

For some Friday fun, here’s Kye Rowles and Brandon Servania playing golf together for a good cause:

Finally, here’s your match schedule for the weekend: three home games, plus the Spirit away and fighting to stay in the NWSL Shield race.

Have a good weekend!