NWSL Shatters Attendance Record with 63,004 Fans at Denver Summit Match

The National Women's Soccer League sets a new high-water mark for attendance at a regular season game.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 8:55am

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The Denver Summit's recent match against the Washington Spirit has made history, attracting a staggering 63,004 fans and setting a new attendance record for the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). This remarkable feat, achieved on March 29, 2026, at the Denver Broncos' iconic Mile High stadium, is a testament to the growing popularity and influence of women's soccer.

Why it matters

The NWSL has been steadily gaining momentum, with attendance figures rising over the years. This record-breaking attendance is a powerful statement, showing that women's soccer has a massive and dedicated following, and that the demand for high-quality women's sports is very much alive and growing. The Denver Summit's achievement is not just a record-breaking event but a catalyst for further growth and a symbol of the power of women's sports to captivate audiences and break down barriers.

The details

The Denver Summit, an expansion team that only started playing this season, has already made a significant impact on the league and its fan base. The $110 million expansion fee is a substantial investment, but one that seems to be paying off, given the team's ability to attract such a massive crowd for their first home game in Colorado. The fans' excitement is palpable, as the rich history of Denver's women's soccer, with its players representing the city in the World Cup and the national team, has finally found a home.

  • The Denver Summit's recent match against the Washington Spirit took place on March 29, 2026.
  • The previous NWSL attendance record of 40,091 was set at Oracle Park in San Francisco.
  • The 35,038 fans who attended a game at Wrigley Field in 2024 was also a notable milestone.

The players

Denver Summit

An expansion team in the National Women's Soccer League, awarded the 16th NWSL franchise in January 2025.

Washington Spirit

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

Denver Broncos

The NFL team that owns the Mile High stadium, where the record-breaking NWSL match was held.

Karmryn Eversole

A dedicated supporter of the Denver Summit who expressed the significance of the record-breaking attendance.

Nicole DeLue

A fan who commented on the rich history of women's soccer in Denver and the team's new home.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The Denver Summit's future home, a 12,000-seat stadium in downtown Denver, is currently under construction, with a planned completion date by the 2028 season. In the meantime, the team will play at Dick's Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, a temporary solution that still provides a sense of community and identity.

The takeaway

This record-breaking attendance is a powerful statement, showing that women's soccer has a massive and dedicated following, and that the demand for high-quality women's sports is very much alive and growing. The Denver Summit's achievement is not just a record-breaking event but a catalyst for further growth and a symbol of the power of women's sports to captivate audiences and break down barriers.