The Houston Dash completed the transfer of Italian international Lisa Boattin from Juventus for an undisclosed fee, the team announced today. The defender joins the Dash through the 2027 season and the transfer is pending receipt of her P-1 Visa and International Transfer Certificate.
Lisa was part of the Italian women national team they reached the semifinals of UEFA Women Euros beaten by Spain 3-1
“Lisa is a proven winner that recently led her country to the semifinals of a major international tournament. Her experience, technical ability and tenacity will bring an immediate impact to our team,” President of Soccer, Angela Hucles Mangano, said in Dash press release.
As one of the most decorated player in Juventus history with 14 Seria A Women league titles, the 28-year-old comes with wealth of experience to boast the team.
With 70 international caps for the Italian women team, Lisa Boattin has won several personal accolades in Seria A women, she won 2021/22 player of the year and was part of the league best eleven for five times and she had a 236 appearances since making her debut in 2017.
“I’m excited to join the Houston Dash and begin this new chapter in my career,” Boattin said. “This is one of the top leagues in the world with incredible players and I’m looking forward to contributing to the team’s goals. I’m deeply grateful to Juventus for the years we shared and for helping me grow as a player and person. Since arriving in Houston, the fans and community have made me feel so welcome, and I can’t wait to give my best for them every time I step on the pitch.” She told Dash media team.
The defender is the 12th player to join the team for the 2025 season. Boattin will wear number 27 for the remainder of the season, and she the second Italian player to compete in the NWSL.
The Dash return to action on Sunday, Aug. 17 as they visit NJ/NY Gotham FC for their second meeting of the season. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. CT and fans can follow the action live on NWSL+.
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