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Recent News About North Carolina Courage
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Sydney Collins withdraws from Olympics due to injury
North Carolina Courage defender Sydney Collins has withdrawn from the Canadian Olympic Team after fracturing her left leg in a closed-door training match against Nigeria on July 18, the Canadian Olympic Committee announced today.
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North Carolina Courage defeat Orlando Pride on penalties
The North Carolina Courage triumphed over the Orlando Pride in a penalty shootout, 5-4, following a 1-1 draw in regulation during their opening game of the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup at WakeMed Soccer Park on Saturday.
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NC Courage to face Orlando Pride amid key player absences
CARY, N.C. (July 19, 2024) — The North Carolina Courage are set to host the Orlando Pride in their first match of the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup on Saturday, July 20, with a 7:30 p.m. kickoff at WakeMed Soccer Park. The match will stream live on Paramount+.
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North Carolina Courage sign Victoria Haugen amid Olympic absences
CARY, N.C. (July 16, 2024) — The North Carolina Courage have signed defender Victoria Haugen to a National Team Replacement contract, effective today. Five NC Courage players are currently on international duty for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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North Carolina Courage defeat Racing Louisville FC with three second-half goals
The North Carolina Courage secured a 3-1 victory over Racing Louisville FC on Sunday afternoon at WakeMed Soccer Park. This win marks the team's fourth consecutive positive result, bringing their record to 8-1-7 and earning them 25 points as they head into the Olympic break.
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North Carolina Courage set to host Racing Louisville FC before Olympic break
CARY, N.C. (July 6, 2024) – The North Carolina Courage return home for Match Day 16 of the 2024 NWSL regular season to host Racing Louisville FC this Sunday, July 7, with a 4:30 p.m. ET kickoff at WakeMed Soccer Park. The match will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network with Chris Wittyngham and Lori Lindsey on the call.
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Felicitas Rauch named Germany Olympic alternate
North Carolina Courage defender Felicitas ‘Feli’ Rauch has been selected as an alternate for the German Women’s National Team Olympic roster, as announced by the federation on Wednesday. Rauch is in her first season with North Carolina after a decorated early career in the Frauen-Bundesliga.
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North Carolina Courage and Mille Gejl agree to contract termination
CARY, N.C. (July 3, 2024) – The North Carolina Courage have agreed to a mutual contract termination with forward Mille Gejl following the expiration of her loan to French club Montpellier HSC.
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Kerolin Nicoli named to Brazilian Olympic soccer team
North Carolina Courage forward Kerolin Nicoli has been selected to the 18-player Brazilian Women’s National Team Olympic roster, as announced by the federation on Tuesday. Kerolin is the reigning NWSL MVP but has yet to play in 2024 as she recovers from a torn ACL suffered last October.
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North Carolina Courage hosts Olympic sendoff featuring USA Swimming
CARY, N.C. (July 2, 2024) – The North Carolina Courage will celebrate an Olympic sendoff this Sunday, July 7, during their home match against Racing Louisville. The match will kick off at 4:30 p.m. ET and tickets are available.
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North Carolina Courage offer free admission for kids through Labor Day
CARY, N.C. (July 1, 2024) – The North Carolina Courage have announced free admission for children 12 and under at all matches at WakeMed Soccer Park through Labor Day Weekend. Four total matches will be free for kids throughout the summer.
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Sydney Collins named to Canadian Olympic roster
North Carolina Courage defender Sydney Collins has been named to the Canadian Women’s National Team’s 18-player Olympic roster, as announced by the federation Monday. The second-year professional has been on injured reserve since March, recovering from an ankle injury suffered during W Gold Cup preparation with Canada.
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Ashley Sanchez leads North Carolina Courage to first road win
The North Carolina Courage secured their first road victory of 2024 with a 1-0 win over the Washington Spirit at Audi Field on Saturday night. Ashley Sanchez, returning to her former home ground, scored the decisive goal.
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North Carolina Courage prepares for challenging away match against Washington Spirit
CARY, N.C. (June 28, 2024) – The North Carolina Courage travels to the Nation’s Capital for the season’s first meeting with the Washington Spirit this Saturday, June 29, with a 7:30 p.m. ET kickoff at Audi Field. The match will air on ION with JP Dellacamera and Jill Loyden on the call.
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North Carolina Courage extends contract with Manaka Matsukubo through 2025
The North Carolina Courage have exercised their option to complete the permanent acquisition of midfielder Manaka Matsukubo from Japanese club Mynavi Sendai for an agreed-upon fee and signed her to a contract extension through the 2025 NWSL season.
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Casey Murphy named to US Olympic women's soccer roster
North Carolina Courage goalkeeper Casey Murphy has been named to Emma Hayes’ 18-player United States Women’s National Team roster for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France. This marks the first Olympics for the 28-year-old, who has accumulated 19 international senior caps.
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North Carolina Courage beat Chicago Red Stars 3-1 at WakeMed Soccer Park
The North Carolina Courage secured a 3-1 victory over the Chicago Red Stars on Sunday at WakeMed Soccer Park, maintaining their unbeaten home record for 2024. Goals from Tyler Lussi, Ashley Sanchez, and Meredith Speck contributed to the win, which improved the Courage's season record to 6-1-7.
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North Carolina Courage hosts Chicago Red Stars for Pride Night
CARY, N.C. (June 21, 2024) – The North Carolina Courage will host the Chicago Red Stars for Pride Night at WakeMed Soccer Park this Sunday, June 23, at 6 p.m. ET. The match will stream nationally on NWSL+ and air locally on COZI-TV with club legend Jessica McDonald set to make her Courage analyst debut alongside Dean Linke.
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NC Courage partners with Arkema for new Pride Initiative
CARY, N.C. (June 18, 2024) — The North Carolina Courage has announced the Conversations Over Cleats video series, presented by Arkema, as part of the team’s 2024 Pride Initiatives.
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North Carolina Courage signs Australian defender Charlotte McLean
CARY, N.C. (June 17, 2024) — The North Carolina Courage and Australian defender Charlotte McLean have agreed to terms on a two-year, guaranteed contract through the 2025 NWSL season, the team announced Monday. McLean will join the team upon receipt of her P-1 Visa and will be eligible for roster selection beginning August 1, when the secondary transfer window opens.