KC Current's Ellie Wheeler engaged after victory celebration

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The National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) kicked off its season today, featuring a memorable moment when KC Current player Ellie Wheeler was proposed to after her team's victory over the Portland Thorns. KC Current dominated the match, scoring three goals in the first half. Although the Thorns managed to score in the second half, the Current secured a 3-1 win. The NWSL, established in 2012, is expanding from 14 to 16 teams after 2026. The league's growth reflects the increasing prominence of women's soccer in the U.S. as it prepares for the upcoming World Cup.


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