USA/2026 NWSL: record total (129,202) and average (16,150) attendance for an opening matchday

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30,207 spectators for the inaugural match of Boston Legacy FC - ©  Boston Legacy FC

A total of 129,202 spectators attended the first matchday of the 2026 National Women’s Soccer League regular season, held from 13 to 15/03, representing an average attendance of 16,150 across the eight fixtures, announced the NWSL on 16/03/2026. These figures mark two new opening weekend attendance records for the North American league.

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30,207 spectators for the inaugural match of Boston Legacy FC - ©  Boston Legacy FC

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