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Angel City winger Alyssa Thompson is in negotiations to transfer to Chelsea, with a potential record-breaking fee exceeding $1 million, but the deal is close to the WSL transfer window deadline, and her departure could impact Angel City's playoff chances.
Natalie Portman discusses her new film May December, her production company MountainA, and her involvement in co-founding the Angel City Football Club. She also reflects on the dissolution of Time's Up and the need for more shades of gray in activism. Portman's new company is focused on showcasing a variety of women's stories and experiences in film and television.
Natalie Portman dazzled in a black boucle blazer and matching shorts at the premiere of her HBO documentary series, Angel City, which follows the Los Angeles-based professional women's soccer team, Angel City Football Club (ACFC). Portman, who was one of the executive producers for the show, paired the ensemble with black peep-toe heels and opted out of any accessories for an effortlessly stylish look. The team is the largest majority female ownership group in professional sports and includes 14 former U.S. Women's National Team players as investors.
Angel City FC has signed US Women’s National Team midfielder Julie Ertz to a one-year contract. Ertz, a two-time World Cup winner and two-time Olympian, is returning to the NWSL after a two-year hiatus following the birth of her son. She was traded to Angel City in 2022 and became a free agent in the 2023 offseason. Ertz played for the Chicago Red Stars for seven seasons and was drafted third overall in the 2014 NWSL Draft.
18-year-old Alyssa Thompson made her NWSL debut for Angel City and scored a stunning goal just 11 minutes into the game. She showcased her electrifying pace and skill throughout the match, proving that she is not just the future of American soccer, but the present. Despite being considered a long shot for the USWNT World Cup roster, Thompson's performance has prompted questions about her potential inclusion. Regardless, she is still the future of the sport and has shown no willingness to conform to typical timelines.