Kansas City’s Hopkins scores hat-trick as Seattle eyes playoffs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 6:45 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Jess Fishlock and Angel City continue their rise in the NWSL as Kansas City’s Davi Hopkins scored a hat-trick in Week 23, contributing significantly to their victory. Gothams' strong performance has solidified their top position, while San Diego claimed a critical win over Racing Louisville, knocking them out of playoff contention. As the league approaches the final stretch, Denver's playoff prospects look grim, and multiple teams battle for the remaining spots., Gotham leads the table, and Seattle remains in contention after crucial results this week.
- •Kansas City's Davi Hopkins scored three times in a decisive win.
- •Gotham dominates Chicago, remaining six points clear at the top.
- •San Diego defeats Racing Louisville, eliminating Louisville from playoffs.
- •Seattle sees playoff hopes revived after important results.
- •Angel City continues to climb the standings.
- 6:45 PMYahoo Sports — NWSL Week 23: Hopkins hat-trick spurs Kansas City, Seattle jumps back into playoff picture
"Jess Fishlock is ageless, and Angel City just keeps rising up the table. Ashley Sanchez equaled the league’s season scoring record, Gotham extends the lead at the top, and there is a new challenger ...
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