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Gotham FC reaches NWSL semifinals after defeating Seattle Reign

Outlets agree Gotham FC advanced to the NWSL semifinals with a 1-0 win over Seattle Reign, while players from both sides criticized the poor pitch conditions.

Reviewed by Emmanuel Nyame
Nov 8, 2026 · 4 sources · 1 min read
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At a glance

  • Gotham FC earned a 1-0 victory over Seattle Reign in their NWSL quarterfinal match on Sunday.134
  • The win secures Gotham FC a spot in the NWSL playoff semifinals.14
  • Players sharply criticized the pitch, describing the field conditions as "atrocious."1234

Gotham FC defeated Seattle Reign 1-0 on Sunday in an NWSL playoff quarterfinal match.134

With the win, Gotham FC advanced to the NWSL semifinals.14

The match was marked by dissatisfaction with the playing surface, which players characterized as "atrocious."1234

Where sources agree

  • Gotham FC defeated Seattle Reign 1-03 of 4
  • Gotham FC reached the NWSL semifinals3 of 4
  • Players described field conditions as atrocious4 of 4

Who covered this

3 National1 International

Sources

  1. 1Yahoo SportsGotham FC survives Seattle Reign, rough field conditions to reach NWSL semis ↗
  2. 2ESPNPlayers rip 'atrocious' SI Stadium pitch as Gotham sneaks past Seattle ↗
  3. 3CBS SportsGotham FC, Seattle Reign slam 'atrocious' pitch conditions after NWSL playoff clash ↗
  4. 4The GuardianNWSL playoffs: Rodman’s brace leads Spirit rout while Gotham sneak into semi-finals ↗

Based on reporting from these reputable newsrooms and reviewed by Orbit’s editors. A fact appears only when at least two sources report it. Orbit is not affiliated with these publishers.

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