According to a recent report by Scarves and Spikes, Major League Soccer (MLS) is exploring the launch of a professional women's soccer league following the conclusion of the 2027 Women's World Cup. While MLS aims for a 2027 debut, specifics are still being ironed out due to the need for adequate preparation, including securing a new media rights deal. However, plans suggest that the women's league will be a distinct entity, not an extension of the existing National Women's Soccer League (NWSL).

The anticipated inaugural season of the league is poised to kick off with a minimum of 10 teams, with New York City FC being the sole confirmed team so far, as per their land-lease agreement mentioning a women's team at their soon-to-be stadium in Queens. Additionally, the New York Red Bulls and the Columbus Crew may also be part of this league in the future, each with unique considerations for their prospective women's teams.

Various cities, including Indianapolis, Phoenix, Dallas, Detroit, Nashville, and Memphis, have been linked to potential involvement in the new league, albeit with some uncertainty. Notably, the Women's Premier Soccer League (WPSL) is expected to play a role in the new league, with negotiations underway between WPSL leadership and MLS.

The proposal for a new women's league arises in response to the growing popularity of women's soccer and potential competition from the USL Super League. While MLS's entry into the women's soccer landscape could reshape the landscape, discussions and plans are still evolving.

Despite Scarves and Spikes reporting these developments, social media responses have been mixed, with some expressing concerns over potential oversaturation in the market and questioning the credibility of the information source, among other comments regarding league structure and ownership dynamics. While MLS's endeavor to introduce a women's league signals a significant step in advancing women's soccer in the United States, challenges and uncertainties lie ahead as the league takes shape over the coming years.