Coming off their first win of the second half of the season against C.F. Monterrey Femenil on Wednesday, NJ/NY Gotham FC return to NWSL play against Utah Royals FC. The Bats not only won this season's previous meeting in June but have also won all three meetings against Utah since the Royals' return to the NWSL in 2024. They have also done so convincingly, winning 3-0 and 4-1 in the previous two meetings.
This game is a great opportunity for Gotham to get a much-needed three points. After Angel City FC's win over Orlando Pride on Thursday night, the LA side entered a three-way tie for the final playoff spot with Gotham and the North Carolina Courage on 20 points each.