This one’s for all the marbles, kiddos.
Well, not for Boston. But for the Western New York Flash, points against Boston would be vital in preserving their fourth-place finish and playoff spot.
WNY currently sits at 29 points, with the Seattle Reign at 27 points. If Seattle beats the Houston Dash (last season that would have been all but assured, but this season ???), and Boston beats the Flash, then Seattle will move up into fourth.
Now, theoretically, the Flash could also tie Boston and Seattle could still advance if they beat Houston based on how many goals they score.