Life in the NWSL has not been the greatest for NJ/NY Gotham FC. After a superb 2024 season, the Bats have struggled in league play. Yes, there were a lot of changes to the roster, but there is too much talent for the team to be 5-6-5. However, they have had some success this year, for they won the most recent edition of the CONCACAF W Champions Cup. Now, they will begin the defense of their title when they begin the group round with a game against C.F. Monterrey Femenil.
The teams met in last year’s group round.