Women's Bundesliga Sets Attendance Record as Champions League Race Heats Up

It was a landmark day for women's soccer across the globe as the Women's Bundesliga in Germany smashed its previous attendance record, reflecting the sport's soaring popularity in Europe. On the continental front, HCM City are aiming to capitalize on home support in the AFC Women’s Champions League, while AS FAR Women dominated their UNAF campaign to book a coveted spot in the CAF Champions League. Meanwhile, the Women’s Euro Beach Soccer League kicked off its Superfinal in Viareggio, spotlighting top European nations competing in the sand. National teams are also gearing up for vital fixtures: the Canadian women will take on 24th-ranked Switzerland in an October friendly, offering valuable international preparation, and Jamaica faces Trinidad & Tobago in a key World Cup qualifier. In the U.S., discussion continues around the evolving paths to the professional ranks, with over 300 Division 1 college programs still fueling the pipeline of aspiring pros, though alternative routes are increasingly available. These ongoing developments showcase the depth and dynamism in women’s soccer, from packed stadiums in Germany to pivotal matches spanning three continents.