Swiss international Ramona Bachmann has secured a transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to the NWSL’s Houston Dash until the 2026 season, pending visa and transfer certificate approvals. Bachmann, with an impressive record of 142 caps and 58 goals for Switzerland, has played a significant role in PSG’s recent success, including winning the French championship and the Coupe de France. Dash General Manager Alex Singer expressed excitement about adding a player of Bachmann’s caliber to their squad and believes she will bring a new dimension to their offense.
Throughout her 17-year professional career, Bachmann has won numerous domestic titles and cups with five different clubs, showcasing her goal-scoring prowess and ability to lead teams to victory. Despite being compared to Xherdan Shaqiri in the Swiss media due to similarities in playing style and significance for their national teams, Bachmann’s move to the NWSL represents a new challenge in one of the world’s top women’s leagues. While Shaqiri’s move to MLS was seen as a semi-retirement, Bachmann’s commitment to the Dash is expected to maintain her position in the Swiss national squad ahead of Euro 2025, a tournament Switzerland will host.
Upon joining the Dash after completing her international duties with Switzerland, Bachmann will face tough competition in a roster with over thirty players, predominantly North American. Her previous experience struggling to secure a spot in the Women’s Professional Soccer league back in 2010 highlights the challenges she may encounter in a highly competitive NWSL. However, the Houston Dash is optimistic about Bachmann’s potential impact on the team, with her debut expected to take place on April 12 against Washington.
Bachmann’s successful career includes stints with clubs such as Umeå IK, FC Rosengård, VfL Wolfsburg, and Chelsea FC, where she achieved multiple domestic titles and cups. Her move to the Dash marks a new chapter in her career, with the Swiss forward eager to contribute to the team’s success on and off the field. With Euro 2025 on the horizon, Bachmann’s commitment to the Houston Dash is expected to enhance her skills and experience in preparation for the upcoming tournament, solidifying her status as a key figure in the Swiss national team.
As Bachmann prepares for her debut in the NWSL, fans and analysts are eager to see how she will adapt to the competitive environment and make her mark in the league. With the Houston Dash currently ranked fifth out of fourteen teams after three matchdays, Bachmann’s arrival could provide a boost to the team’s performance and potentially elevate their position in the standings. With her experience and talent, Bachmann is poised to make a significant impact for the Dash and contribute to their pursuit of success in the NWSL.
