The National Women's Soccer League has announced that the Boston Breakers will cease operations, effective immediately.
The 2018 NWSL season will now go forward with nine teams in a single-table format, with each team playing every other opponent three times in a 24-game season.
"In the best interest for the long-term viability of the NWSL, we will operate with nine clubs in 2018 to ensure a stronger league where all parties involved are aligned and committed to the core mission of continued growth and development as we move into our sixth season," NWSL managing director Amanda Duffy said in a league release.