Denver Summit and Washington Spirit draw in front of record NWSL crowd

63,004 fans packed the Denver Broncos' stadium for the scoreless match

Mar. 29, 2026 at 12:19am

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The Denver Summit and the Washington Spirit played to a 0-0 draw in front of a record-breaking crowd of 63,004 fans at the home of the NFL's Denver Broncos. This was the largest attendance ever for a National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) match.

Why it matters

The massive turnout for this NWSL game highlights the growing popularity and interest in women's professional soccer in the United States. It also demonstrates the potential for the sport to draw large crowds when played in major league stadiums.

The details

The scoreless draw was the result of strong defensive efforts from both teams. The Denver Summit and Washington Spirit were unable to find the back of the net despite the electric atmosphere created by the record-setting crowd.

  • The match took place on March 29, 2026.

The players

Denver Summit

A professional women's soccer team that plays in the National Women's Soccer League.

Washington Spirit

A professional women's soccer team that plays in the National Women's Soccer League.

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The takeaway

This record-breaking attendance for an NWSL match shows the growing popularity and potential of women's professional soccer in the United States. It also highlights the importance of playing in large, high-profile venues to attract casual fans and grow the sport's fanbase.