This is a list of foreign players in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). The following players:
As of May 2025 [update] , players in the NWSL have represented 54 foreign national teams.
Players listed in bold are currently signed to an NWSL roster.
An asterisk (*) indicates the player's NWSL salary is/was paid for by her nation's federation. [85] [86] [87]
Bold indicates current player and their team.
Swedish midfielder Freja Olofsson has completed a transfer from stateside Racing Louisville for Spanish club Real Madrid, the clubs have announced.
She made her NWSL debut for 25 minutes during the final match of the season (October 1) against Portland Thorns.