Club Friendlies Women 
NWSL 
Portland Thorns W
Utah Royals WUtah Royals W
Angel City WBest Players
Utah Royals W
Denver Summit W
Racing Louisville W
Utah Royals W
Houston Dash WAbout Utah Royals FC
Utah Royals FC returned to the NWSL in 2024 after a three-year hiatus, having originally played in the league from 2018 to 2020 before the franchise was sold and relocated to Kansas City. The revived Royals play at America First Field in Sandy, Utah, sharing the venue with MLS club Real Salt Lake. New ownership led by Ryan Smith — also owner of the NBA's Utah Jazz — has committed significant resources to rebuilding the franchise and establishing Utah as a sustainable women's soccer market. America First Field, a 20,213-seat stadium in the Salt Lake City metro area, provides a strong home venue for Utah Royals games. The Utah Royals schedule brings NWSL soccer to the Intermountain West, a region with a passionate soccer culture. The club has been focused on building a competitive roster through free agency and international signings since their 2024 return. Follow Utah Royals schedule, standings and squad throughout the 2026 NWSL season.
- NWSL return after three-year hiatus (2024)
- Original franchise operated 2018-2020
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Utah Royals FC leave and return to the NWSL?
The original Utah Royals FC franchise was sold and relocated to Kansas City in 2020 (becoming the KC Current). New ownership led by Ryan Smith (Utah Jazz owner) brought the Royals back in 2024.
Where do Utah Royals play?
Utah Royals FC play at America First Field in Sandy, Utah, shared with MLS club Real Salt Lake.
What is the Utah Royals schedule for 2026?
The Utah Royals schedule for 2026 runs March through November with home games at America First Field.
NWSL
Full table →| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  San Diego Wave W |
13 | 25 |
| 2 | Utah Royals W |
12 | 24 |
| 3 | Portland Thorns W |
13 | 24 |
| 4 |  Washington Spirit W |
11 | 21 |
| 5 |  Gotham FC W |
11 | 21 |
| 6 |  Kansas City Current W |
12 | 21 |
| 7 |  North Carolina Courage W |
11 | 18 |
| 8 |  Orlando Pride W |
12 | 17 |
| 9 | Denver Summit W |
11 | 15 |
| 10 |  Seattle Reign W |
11 | 14 |
| 11 | Houston Dash W |
12 | 14 |
| 12 | Angel City W |
11 | 13 |
| 13 | Bay FC W |
11 | 11 |
| 14 |  Boston Legacy W |
12 | 9 |
| 15 |  Chicago Stars W |
12 | 9 |
| 16 | Racing Louisville W |
11 | 7 |
News
Utah Royals FC fixtures and schedule for the 2026 NWSL season. View upcoming games and results at America First Field in Sandy, Utah.
Angel City W
Spokane Zephyr WThe full Utah Royals FC roster for 2026. The Royals returned to the NWSL in 2024 after a three-year hiatus.
27 
23 
24 
28 
29 
27 
29 
24 
22 
30 
26 
24 
24 
35 
23 
22 
25 
26 
25 
28 
28 
26 
26 
24 
27 
29 
28 
28 
32 
16 
25 
29 
32 
28