NWSL Final Attracts Over 1 Million Viewers on CBS

The National Women’s Soccer League championship game between Gotham FC and the Washington Spirit over the weekend brought in a whopping 1,184,000 viewers on CBS and Paramount+, according to the league. This made it the most-watched final in league history, showing a 22% increase from last year and a 45% jump from 2023.

Gotham sealed the victory with a 1-0 win due to a second-half goal from Rose Lavelle. The match, held at PayPal Park in San Jose, California, had a peak audience of 1.55 million viewers.

NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman shared her excitement, saying, “This record-setting audience demonstrates the deepening connection fans have with our players, our clubs, and the world-class competition on the field, and it underscores the growing demand for women’s soccer on the biggest stages.”

Throughout the playoffs, the NWSL’s seven matches broadcasted on ABC/ESPN and CBS averaged 550,000 viewers, reaching a cumulative audience of 3.36 million. This marked an 18% increase over last season. The total attendance for the playoff games was 114,459, with the final match drawing a sold-out crowd of 18,000.

It’s clear that women’s soccer is gaining momentum and capturing the hearts of fans across the country. Cheers to more exciting matches and increased viewership in the future!