NWSL semifinals feature Kansas City Current and Utah Royals matches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 11:16 AM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026
The NWSL semifinals are set with Kansas City Current facing Gotham FC and Utah Royals meeting Washington Spirit. Kansas City, having previously lost to Gotham in last year's quarterfinals, enters with a high-scoring offense against Gotham's strong defense. Utah, in their inaugural playoff run, aims to challenge the Spirit, who have recent championship experience. Matches occur on November 12 and 14 at Icahn Stadium and Audi Field, respectively.
- •Kansas City Current scored most goals per game this season, averaging 1.8.
- •Utah Royals aim to upset the more experienced Washington Spirit.
- •Both matches take place at non-home venues due to pitch conditions.
- •Kansas City seeks redemption after their last playoff exit against Gotham.
- •Washington Spirit are motivated by previous championship losses.
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"The NWSL quarterfinals were a comprehensive viewing experience. Across the four matches were goals that arrived in open play and from set pieces. There were scant score lines and voluptuous ones. One match was ultimately decided by a questionable penalty call, an unfortunate own goal in another, and a red card that was more an expression of despair than a volatile act in yet another. Don’t bother letting the dust settle on Utah Royals goalkeeper Mandy McGlynn’s definitive performance or Gotham’s
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