Women's United Soccer Association
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The Women's United Soccer Association (WUSA) was the world's first women's soccer league in which all the players were paid as professionals.[1] Founded in February 2000, the league began its first season in April 2001 with eight teams in the United States.[2] The league suspended operations on September 15, 2003, shortly after the end of its third season, after making cumulative losses of around US$100 million.[3][4]
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Founded | 2000 |
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Folded | 2003 |
Country | United States |
Confederation | CONCACAF (North America) |
Number of teams | 8 |
Level on pyramid | 1 |
Domestic cup(s) | Founders Cup |
Last champions | Washington Freedom (1st title) |
Most championships | Bay Area CyberRays Carolina Courage Washington Freedom (1 title each) |
TV partners | Turner Sports |
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