In a thrilling match at Red Bull Arena, Gotham FC secured a 2-1 victory over the Portland Thorns to advance to the semifinals of the National Women's Soccer League playoffs. The defending NWSL champions will now face the second-seeded Washington Spirit in the upcoming weekend.
The game marked the final NWSL appearance for Thorns forward Christine Sinclair, who announced her retirement after an illustrious 12-season career with the club. Sinclair, a legend in women's soccer, leaves behind a remarkable legacy with the Thorns, having won multiple NWSL championships and setting records for goals scored.
