San Jose – NWSL Championship Insights

The highly anticipated 2025 NWSL Championship is approaching, with the Washington Spirit facing a crucial question: Will soon-to-be free agent Trinity Rodman be ready to participate?

Spirit’s head coach Adrian Gonzalez confirmed that Rodman will be available for the match, stating, “Trin is doing good. She’s been improving quickly, pushing to be ready to compete. Fortunately, we’ve seen her play some minutes last week and she’s doing great.”

Rodman’s season has been impacted by injuries, including a back issue that kept her sidelined for nearly four months. After returning for just 16 matches, an MCL sprain limited her during the playoffs. Despite being benched for two games, she made a brief appearance in the semifinal against Portland.

As the Spirit aim for their second NWSL Championship title in four years, Rodman’s presence on the field could be the decisive factor between victory and loss.

The championship game will air Saturday at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+.

Rodman has been in the spotlight not only for her performance but also as speculation swirls about her future. Reports indicate a lucrative offer from USL Super League team D.C. Power. NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman emphasized, “We want Trinity in the NWSL and we will fight for her.”

With Rodman labeled as a potential game-changer despite her limited playtime, her readiness is critical for the championship match.