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Lizbeth Ovalle’s Groundbreaking Transfer to Orlando Pride: A New Era for Women’s Soccer.

The world of women's football has rarely experienced a seismic shift quite like this: Lizbeth Ovalle , Mexico’s dazzling winger known as La Maga (“The Magician”), is set to gotten to be the foremost costly player within the history of the women's amusement. Her transfer from Tigres UANL Femenil to the Orlando Pride for a world-record $1.5 million stands as a defining moment—one that reverberates through not only North America, but the global sport. This move is much more than a numbers game; it is a statement of intent, ambition, and belief in the women’s game at the highest levels. Let’s explore why Ovalle’s arrival in Florida marks a new era for the NWSL , what it means for Mexican football, and how this move changes the stakes for women’s football worldwide. The Record-Shattering Move: Facts and Figures The deal, announced on August 21, 2025, shattered previous women’s transfer records by a considerable margin: Transfer Fee: $1.5 million. Contract: Through 2027, with a ...
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Team leader Marta needs a new contract with the Orlando Pride.

Whether Marta will play for the Orlando Pride, the NWSL champions, in 2025 is the biggest question.



Orlando Pride, the NWSL Champion and Shield winner, is a strong contender for the 2025 campaign. Bringing Marta back on board is currently the biggest move. She is currently in negotiations with the organization.

Orlando Pride captain Marta Da Silva was well-known throughout the world before she joined the team in 2017. From 2000 to 2009, she was listed as one of Sports Illustrated's Top 20 Female Athletes of the Decade.

With 17 goals, she leads both the men's and women's totals and is the all-time World Cup goal leader. She has won FIFA Women's Player of the Year six times and is the first player to score at five World Cups.

When this team won the NWSL Shield and Championship, she was the squad leader. Since 2019, they are the first squad to do that. More importantly, the Pride are now the first Orlando-based professional sports team to take home a major league trophy.

With 60 points, 18 wins, and 13 clean sheets, they shattered the league's records for most points in a season. During the regular season and postseason, they had an undefeated home record.

For each of those record-breaking achievements, Marta's leadership was essential. During the regular season, she scored nine goals and provided an assist. In the playoffs, she scored two more goals.


She and colleague Barbra Banda were named to the FIFPRO Women's World 11 for the third time. She also received nominations for Most Valuable Player and Midfielder of the Year.

Since the future is created today, she promised to give it her all when she joined the Pride in 2017. Then, during their championship winning festivities, Marta made it clear that this is for Orlando.

The Orlando Pride can continue winning and bringing honor to the city and all its supporters. As captain, Marta need to be present while they do it.
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