Washington, Utah, Gotham and Kansas City reach NWSL semifinals

The playoff field is down to four clubs ahead of a two-day semifinal weekend.

2026-11-09 · National Women’s Soccer League

Washington Spirit will host Utah Royals at Audi Field on November 14. Gotham FC and Kansas City Current meet the following day for the other spot in the November 21 championship.

Washington vs. Utah

Washington put four past Portland in a 4–1 quarterfinal win. Utah reached the last four by holding San Diego scoreless in a 1–0 win. The matchup puts the highest-scoring quarterfinal winner against a side that advanced on a single goal.

Gotham vs. Kansas City

Gotham edged Seattle 1–0 in its quarterfinal, while Kansas City needed extra time to win by the same score. One of them will play for the title the following weekend.