Gotham FC’s title defense begins in NWSL quarterfinals vs. Reign

Gotham FC will host the Seattle Reign at Sports Illustrated Stadium in New Jersey on Sunday, November 8, 2026, in an NWSL quarterfinal. Reigning champions Gotham enter after winning the NWSL Shield, with Rose Lavelle and Jaedyn Shaw recently returning from injuries; several other players are expected to miss the match.