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NWSL: Vlatko Andonovski makes ‘easy decision’ in move to Chicago

by Paul KennedySeptember 18, 2026September 18, 2026

Less than two weeks after abruptly leaving the Kansas City Current, Andonovski has been named the Chicago Stars sporting director. Andonovski, who won NWSL titles with FC Kansas City in 2014 and 2015, joins the Stars, who finished in last place in the NWSL in 2025 and are again last.

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NWSL: Jameese Joseph traded to Utah Royals

by Soccer AmericaSeptember 7, 2026September 7, 2026

Joseph moved from the last-place Chicago Stars to the 2026 NWSL surprise for $750,000 in intra-league transfer funds. The N.C. State product made her USWNT debut in 2025 after her second nWSL season.

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NWSL: Chicago Stars sack Marin Sjögren, Lorne Donaldson returns

by Mike WoitallaAugust 12, 2026August 12, 2026

Assistant coach Karina Báez will serve as interim head coach of the Chicago Stars for the remainder of the 2026 season, replacing head coach Marin Sjögren, the Swede under whom the Stars have managed one NWSL win. Former Stars head coach Lorne Donaldson returns as interim director of coaching. Also, Chicago has hired Nicole Lukic as a full-time assistant coach.

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NWSL: Mallory Swanson scores winner to give Chicago win at nine-woman Bay FC

by Soccer AmericaMay 25, 2026May 25, 2026

Mallory Swanson her first goal since returning from maternity leave to give the Chicago Stars a 1-0 win at Bay FC.

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Chicago trades Ludmila to Wave for $800,000

by Paul KennedyJanuary 13, 2026January 14, 2026

The Chicago Stars traded Brazilian Ludmila to the San Diego Wave for $800,000 in intra-league transfer funds.

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Chicago Stars unveil plans for performance center

by Soccer AmericaJanuary 7, 2026January 7, 2026

The Chicago Stars have unveiled plans to develop a performance center in Bannockburn, 16 miles north of Evanston, where they will play their NWSL matches in 2026.