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.
2026 NWSL playoffs: Matchups, schedule, where to watchThe NWSL will soon crown its next champion.
How 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.
Washington 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.
'Atrocious' home pitch leaves one-seed Gotham's semifinal venue in doubtSunday's NWSL quarterfinal match between Gotham FC and Seattle Reign FC was ugly by all standards -- including the field -- with the hosts and No. 1 seed advancing to a semifinal whose location in now in doubt.Ali Krieger previews the NWSL semifinals
Reign loss ends career of NWSL original Fishlock: 'Nothing but joy'Seattle Reign FC midfielder Jess Fishlock sat down on a red heavy duty dolly cart to sip a Modelo beer in the hallway under Sports Illustrated Stadium after her 14-year NWSL career ended on Sunday.NJ/NY Gotham FC vs. Seattle Reign FC - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from NJ/NY Gotham FC vs. Seattle Reign FC, 11/08/2026
Mandy 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.
San 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 playoffsSan Diego Wave FC vs. Utah Royals - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from San Diego Wave FC vs. Utah Royals, 11/07/2026Seattle Reign FC vs. Orlando Pride - Game HighlightsWatch the Game Highlights from Seattle Reign FC vs. Orlando Pride, 11/02/2026Stories ESPN tags with Utah or Seattle. Each opens on ESPN.