NWSL matchweek 13 features key matchups and player availability updates

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 8:05 AM

Last updated Jul 18, 2026

Summary

Six matches are scheduled for NWSL's matchweek 13 on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Gotham FC will face off against Seattle Reign, while Portland Thorns will meet Denver Summit. Other matches include Bay FC vs. NC Courage, Chicago Stars vs. Angel City FC, Racing Louisville vs. Houston Dash, and Utah Royals vs. Orlando Pride. Availability reports highlight the absence of several players due to injuries and maternity leave across clubs, impacting team lineups for this weekend's competitions.

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Status Watch

•Gotham FC is missing Jordynn Dudley and Kayla Duran due to injuries.
•Seattle Reign will be without Lynn Biyendolo and others on maternity leave.
•Portland Thorns face multiple key injuries, missing Bella Bixby and Morgan Weaver.
•Racing Louisville lists Savannah DeMelo among those unavailable with illness.
•International duty affects Denver Summit with Lourdes Bosch on U-23 Mexico WNT.

Latest Updates

8:05 AMYahoo Sports — NWSL Availability Report (Matchweek 13 – Saturday): Gotham FC vs Seattle Reign, Portland Thorns at Denver Summit, Bay FC vs NC Courage, Chicago Stars vs Angel City FC, Racing Louisville vs Houston Dash, Utah Royals vs Orlando Pride

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