In this exclusive interview, NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman sits down with WRAL’s Brian Murphy during her visit to Raleigh, North Carolina.

They discuss the league’s rapid growth, from record transfer fees and a new TV deal to upcoming expansions and investments driving women’s soccer forward.

Berman shares insights on how teams like the North Carolina Courage are adapting to an ever-competitive global market, the importance of infrastructure and stadiums, and how the league is working to retain top talent amid fierce international competition.

Learn more about the challenges and opportunities facing the NWSL, get behind-the-scenes details on franchise development, and find out what’s next for women's professional soccer in the U.S.