Esther González signs with Saudi club Al Qadsiah after leaving Gotham FC

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Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Esther González signs with Saudi club Al Qadsiah after leaving Gotham FC
Summary

Esther González, the Spain international forward, has joined Saudi club Al Qadsiah on a one-season contract with an option for another year. This move comes less than a month after her exit from Gotham FC, where she was the club's all-time leading scorer and a standout player. González left Gotham to address personal matters in Spain, having previously achieved significant success in the NWSL, including being a two-time champion and a finalist for the MVP award. Al Qadsiah is coached by Giles Barnes and features notable players including Brazil's Adriana.

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  • González signed with Al Qadsiah on August 23, 2026.
  • She agreed to a mutual contract termination with Gotham FC in late July.
  • González helped Spain win the 2023 World Cup and the 2025 UEFA Women’s Nations League.
  • Al Qadsiah is also home to former Orlando Pride striker Adriana.
  • González's contract includes an option for an additional season.
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Less than a month after an abrupt exit from Gotham FC, Spain forward Esther González has landed in an unexpected place.

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