Utah Royals FC announced on October 8, 2026, that forward Cece Delzer has extended her contract through the 2028 NWSL season. The announcement comes as the club continues a historic 2026 campaign.
Delzer has seen a significant increase in her role during the 2026 season. With three matches remaining in the season, she has appeared in 26 matches and started 24. She has also secured career records for minutes played, starts, and appearances in a single season.
During the 2026 season, Delzer has recorded five NWSL goals and three assists, all of which were provided to Japanese international Mina Tanaka. Her scoring includes a career-high brace during a 5-1 victory against the Portland Thorns FC. On September 27, 2026, Delzer scored a goal in a 2-1 win over the North Carolina Courage, marking her 25th career NWSL goal and making her the 40th player in league history to reach that milestone.
The veteran forward joined the Royals as a free agent in April 2025 following the mutual termination of her contract with Gotham FC. Delzer was originally drafted by the Houston Dash in the second round of the 2019 NWSL College Draft. Her professional career has included stints with Kolbotn Football Club in Norway, Racing Louisville, Kansas City Current, and Gotham FC.
In her first year with the Utah Royals, the Overland Park, Kansas, native made 10 appearances, starting five and scoring one goal.
Delzer's extension through 2028 will mark the longest period she has remained with a single club in her career. Her continued presence supports the Royals' pursuit of their first club title. The club has set new records this season for wins (14), points (46), and most goals in a single season (44).
The Utah Royals return to NWSL action on Saturday, October 17, 2026. They will host the Kansas City Current at America First Field with a kickoff scheduled for 4:30 p.m. MT. The match will feature two-time NWSL MVP Temwa Chawinga.
The 2026 campaign for the Royals has been marked by record-breaking performances, including the aforementioned team records for wins, points, and goals scored in a season.
