It feels like the 2025 season just ended, but NJ/NY Gotham FC will play their first competitive game of 2026. While the NWSL Championship celebrations will likely continue at the beginning of the NWSL season, the Bats must put that to the side and focus on the upcoming 2026 FIFA Women's Champions Cup.
Gotham FC secured their spot by winning the 2024/25 CONCACAF W Champions Cup and immediately booked a spot in the semifinals. As such, the upcoming mini tournament will only be two fixtures, for even if they lose, the NJ/NY team would play the third-place match.