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NWSL matchweek 17 availability report outlines key player absences

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 2:50 AM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

NWSL matchweek 17 availability report outlines key player absences

Summary

The National Women’s Soccer League enters matchweek 17 with four matches scheduled on Friday, including Gotham FC against Kansas City Current and Seattle Reign facing Chicago Stars. Notable absences include Denise O’Sullivan and Jess Fishlock, while Michelle Cooper's status is questionable for Kansas City. Each team has recorded several injuries, with players like Alex Loera and Kiana Palacios missing action for their respective clubs. The full matchday lineups will be confirmed as kickoff approaches.

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Status Watch

•Gotham FC's Denise O’Sullivan and Emily Sonnett are out due to injuries.
•Kansas City Current lists Michelle Cooper as questionable.
•Seattle Reign's Jess Fishlock is unavailable for the match.
•Key absences noted for Utah Royals and Bay FC.
•Matchday features four games taking place on August 14.

Latest Updates

2:50 AMYahoo Sports — NWSL Availability Report (Matchweek 17 – Friday): Gotham FC vs Kansas City Current, Utah Royals vs Bay FC, Seattle Reign vs Chicago Stars, San Diego Wave vs Denver Summit

What they're saying

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In the latest availability report from the National Women’s Soccer League, there are many big names out for Friday’s matches including: Denise O’Sullivan, Kiana Palacios, Racheal Kundanaji, Jess Fishlock, Sam Meza, Julia Grosso, Kenza Dali, Lindsey Heaps.Michelle Cooper is also listed as questionable.
— Yahoo Sports

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