Denver Summit FC Draws NWSL Record 63,004 Fans in Debut Home Game

Denver Summit FC made history in its inaugural season by shattering the National Women's Soccer League single-game attendance record, drawing 63,004 fans to a match against the Washington Spirit on Saturday at Empower Field in Denver.

The crowd at the Denver Broncos' stadium more than doubled the previous mark of 40,091, set by Bay FC last August at Oracle Park in San Francisco. That surpassed another notable turnout of 35,038 for the Chicago Stars' 2024 game against Bay FC at Wrigley Field. No other NWSL match had previously topped 40,000 attendees, highlighting the growing popularity of women's professional soccer.

The contest marked Denver's first home game in Colorado after the expansion club opened its season with three road matches, compiling a 1-2-1 record and five points. The teams played to a scoreless draw, with both sides unable to break through in a tightly contested affair. Denver, the league's 16th franchise awarded in January 2025 for a reported $110 million expansion fee, entered the league this year alongside the Boston Legacy.

The Summit's debut at the 76,000-seat Empower Field showcased the enthusiasm for the new team in a soccer-hungry market. Fans filled the...