Portland @ Utah

NWSL players demand more respect for women's sports amid playoff venue issuesPlayers from Gotham and Kansas City have called for women's sports to be better prioritized by stadium operators amid issues surrounding NWSL semifinal venues.ESPN 21h UTA2026 NWSL playoffs: Matchups, schedule, where to watchThe NWSL will soon crown its next champion.ESPN 1d UTAHow the Utah Royals became an unlikely NWSL contenderWithout the star power or spending of their NWSL rivals, the Utah Royals have embraced a collective identity to become title underdogs this season.ESPN 1d UTAWashington Spirit vs. Utah Royals - How to watch the NWSL semifinalsAfter losing last season's NWSL Championship to Gotham FC, Washington Spirit have an opportunity to book their place in the final again when they host Utah Royals at Audi Field.ESPN 1d UTAAli Krieger previews the NWSL semifinalsESPN 5d Video UTAWashington Spirit vs. Portland Thorns FC - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from Washington Spirit vs. Portland Thorns FC, 11/09/2026ESPN 5d Video PORMandy McGlynn inspires Utah Royals upset over San Diego Wave in NWSL playoffsUtah Royals FC goalkeeper Mandy McGlynn twice shouted, "Why the f--- not us?!" in her team's postgame huddle on Friday night at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego. The message could be heard around the NWSL as the 2026 playoffs began with a major upset.ESPN Nov 7 UTASan Diego Wave coach Jonas Eidevall staying positive despite NWSL playoffs exitSan Diego Wave coach Jonas Eidevall remained hopeful after an unexpected 1-0 loss at home to underdogs Utah Royals in the quarterfinal stage of the NWSL playoffsESPN Nov 7 UTASan Diego Wave FC vs. Utah Royals - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from San Diego Wave FC vs. Utah Royals, 11/07/2026ESPN Nov 7 Video UTARodman vs. Wilson: Who will make the difference in NWSL quarterfinal?ESPN Nov 6 Video PORHouston Dash vs. Portland Thorns FC - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from Houston Dash vs. Portland Thorns FC, 11/02/2026ESPN Nov 1 Video PORHow tunnel fits help NWSL players showcase their off-the-field personalitiesWhether it's a form of expression or a means of building a brand, NWSL players are taking advantage of the league's emphasis on pregame fashion.ESPN 4d POR

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