CHGO Stars Podcast: 2026 Chicago Stars FC SEASON PREVIEW: Time to Rise & Shine for the Stars!

THE 2025 NWSL SEASON IS UPON US!

The Chicago Stars will set off on a new campaign with a trip to take on Angel City this weekend. Things can only get better this year… right?

Alex is joined by Gal Pal Sports’ Lesley Ryder to analyze where the Stars’ squad stands ahead of opening day and what we think we can expect from a team that is still mostly a mystery under new head coach Martin Sjogren.

There are so many question: When will Mallory Swanson return? What role will Jameese Joseph play, and what will the tactical setup look like in general? Have the offseason roster changes resulted in a better squad? Will Sjogren give young players chances in a way they haven’t been in recent years? Where will the Stars be playing after this year?? Plus, what are the biggest stories to start this NWSL season? We delve into the unknown on this season-preview edition of CHGO Stars