San Diego @ Orlando

Thomas named to coach Orlando Pride, first Black female coach in NWSL historyYolanda Thomas has been appointed as the full-time head coach of the Orlando Pride, becoming the first Black woman in NWSL history to hold such a role.ESPN 1d ORLMandy 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 SDSan 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 SDNWSL stadium conflicts could force Gotham to move to small venue for semisNWSL Shield winners Gotham could be forced to play a potential semifinal next week at the 5,000-seat Icahn Stadium in New York due to league-wide venue issues.ESPN Nov 7 SDSan 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 SDNWSL facing venue conflicts in potential semifinal matchupsESPN Nov 6 Video SDSeattle Reign FC vs. Orlando Pride - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from Seattle Reign FC vs. Orlando Pride, 11/02/2026ESPN Nov 1 Video ORLHow 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 SDEvery NWSL team eliminated from playoffs: One offseason question to answerThe NWSL Championship is almost here -- and these teams won't be in it. ESPN breaks down every eliminated team's biggest offseason question to answer.ESPN 4d SD · ORLWhy every playoff team will or won't win the NWSL ChampionshipThe NWSL Playoffs are here! From star players to squad depth, to defensive flaws -- here's what could make or break every contender.ESPN Nov 6 SD · ORLThe 25 best NWSL players of 2026: The final rankingThe NWSL regular season is over, and now we can finally rank the best 25 players this year. Who's No. 1?ESPN Nov 6 SD · ORLNWSL Power Rankings: Gotham FC claims No. 1 with first NWSL ShieldThere can only be one No. 1 in ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, with Gotham FC adding yet more hardware to their trophy cabinet.ESPN Nov 2 SD · ORL

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