Gotham FC has the opportunity to secure its place in the National Women’s Soccer League playoffs when they face Racing Louisville FC at Sports Illustrated Stadium this Sunday at 3 p.m. ET. This crucial match is pivotal for both teams as they approach the season’s conclusion.
Currently sitting in fifth place with a record of 9 wins, 7 losses, and 8 draws (35 points), Gotham FC is in a competitive position, with only three points separating fourth to eighth place in the league standings. A victory on Sunday would not only enhance Gotham’s chances of reaching the playoffs but could also solidify home-field advantage for the quarterfinals, potentially allowing the team to host its second home playoff match in franchise history.
Despite suffering a setback with a 2-0 loss to the Kansas City Current, the 2025 NWSL Shield winners, Gotham FC’s defense showed resilience by limiting their opponents to the lowest expected goals total at home this season and restricting them to just seven shots, indicating strong defensive capabilities.
Racing Louisville FC is currently in eighth place with a record of 9 wins, 9 losses, and 6 draws (33 points). They are aiming to qualify for the playoffs for the first time in the club’s history. After a challenging three-match losing streak, Louisville has regained momentum, remaining unbeaten in their last three outings. Their most recent match saw them secure a dramatic 1-1 draw against the Chicago Stars, with Bethany Balcer scoring a vital equalizer in stoppage time.
This upcoming match will be their 12th encounter, with Gotham FC holding a record of 2 wins, 3 losses, and 6 draws against Racing Louisville. Their last meeting on May 9 ended in a narrow 1-0 defeat for Gotham, highlighting the competitiveness between the two teams.
Following the match against Racing Louisville, Gotham FC will wrap up the regular season on the road against the North Carolina Courage on November 2nd at First Horizon Stadium in Cary, N.C. As the playoffs approach, the stakes are high, and both teams will be eager to claim crucial points in this thrilling matchup.