Latest NWSL expansion franchise revealed as BOS Nation FC

Boston soccer fans finally know the name of their National Women’s Soccer League team.

The newest expansion franchise revealed Thursday that it will be known as BOS Nation Football Club, an anagram for the word “Bostonian.”

BOS Nation FC plans to hit the pitch in 2026 and will use vibrant “championship green” as its primary colour, “symbolizing the city’s resilience and tenacity.”

Accent colours include “Relentless Raspberry, Loyal Charcoal, Daring Pink, Rise Yellow and Orange Press, which speak to the rich diversity of Boston’s neighbourhoods and the team’s values and signal a new era in the city’s sports landscape.”

According to The Athletic, an official crest will be revealed later, and Massachusetts natives Aly Raisman and Elizabeth Banks are members of its investor group.

“I grew up a Boston sports fan and have special memories of going to Celtics, Bruins, Red Sox and Patriots games with my dad,” said Olympic gold medal-winning gymnast Raisman.

“It’s so important for kids to see themselves in their role models and I’m grateful to have the opportunity to support the growth of women’s soccer and sports in my hometown.”

“I am thrilled to join this female-led ownership group, each of whom has made a remarkable impact in Boston,” added Banks, notably of Pitch Perfect 2.

“The inspiring team of investors, along with their mission-driven vision for the stadium, will leave a lasting legacy on future generations of women’s athletes and fans.”

Bos Nation FC will be the 15th franchise in the NWSL, following the additions of Utah Royals FC and Bay FC.