Four standout players who could shape the 2026 NWSL semifinals
Four teams are left in the 2026 NWSL playoffs. The Washington Spirit host the Utah Royals, and Gotham FC take on the Kansas City Current. The attacking stars will draw plenty of attention, but a few less obvious players could have a major say in who advances. Leicy Santos — Washington Spirit Washington’s attack looked […]
NWSL team rankings: How confident to be in each of the four semifinalists
NWSL Playoff Power Rankings: Confidence Meter Eight teams began the NWSL playoffs hoping to win the championship. Now only four remain, and the semifinals are next. Here’s how the confidence is spread across the remaining teams after the quarterfinals. Washington heads into the next round looking especially dangerous, though there are still reasons to be […]
The six top players from the NWSL playoff quarterfinals
Six players who stood out in the NWSL playoff quarterfinals The NWSL quarterfinals delivered a historic attacking performance, a major upset and two games that needed late drama to decide who would reach the semifinals. Several players made their mark going forward, while others stood out for their defensive work. Here are six who caught […]
Predicting all the quarterfinal matchups in the 2026 NWSL playoffs
The 2026 National Women’s Soccer League playoffs start Friday, Nov. 6. Eight teams made it through the regular season, and they’ll now try to keep their title hopes alive as the year winds down. Here’s a look at the four quarterfinals and how they might play out. San Diego Wave vs. Utah Royals San Diego […]
Eight players to keep an eye on in the 2026 NWSL playoffs
Eight players who could shape the NWSL playoffs The NWSL regular season is over, leaving eight teams in the hunt for the championship. From here, a small mistake can end a team’s run, while one standout performance might be enough to send it through. The stars will need to deliver, of course. But experienced defenders, […]
NWSL playoff rankings: Top picks, serious challengers, unpredictable teams, and outsiders
The 2026 NWSL regular season wrapped up over the weekend, leaving eight teams to battle for the championship. Gotham FC has already claimed the Shield and now has a chance to finish the season with both major trophies. Here’s a look at the teams that stand out as the playoffs begin. Favorites No. 2 San […]
What you need to know about NWSL Decision Day
NWSL Decision Day is here, and several major prizes are still undecided. The Shield, the right to host a quarterfinal and the last playoff place will all be settled during the final weekend of the regular season. Kickoff times and where to watch All 16 teams play at 5 p.m. ET on Sunday, Nov. 1. […]
NWSL Player of the Year: Four athletes who had outstanding seasons in 2026
It seems that the National Women’s Soccer League has missed a key addition to their list of awards: Most Improved Player. It’s kind of surprising, really. While it’s an unrecognized award in the NWSL, having a standout season usually means that a player gets the right opportunities and solid support to flourish. Three players come […]
NWSL power rankings week 26: Spotlight on playoff scenarios
Matchweek 26 Recap of the NWSL During Matchweek 26 in the National Women’s Soccer League, four teams secured their playoff spots, but there’s plenty of ambiguity as the season wraps up. The race for the NWSL Shield has narrowed down to just two teams, while the competition for the No. 4 seed and the last […]
Gotham’s pursuit of the NWSL Shield hinges on Decision Day
Gotham FC edged closer to winning the NWSL Shield with a 2-1 win against the Orlando Pride on Sunday. Despite being without six players, including major stars like Rose Lavelle and Jaedyn Shaw, as well as head coach Juan Carlos Amorós who was sidelined with a stomach bug, Gotham’s offense was led by Midge Purce […]