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NWSL quarterfinal winners, losers: Trinity Rodman's brace, Current's controversial penalty

NWSL quarterfinal winners, losers: Trinity Rodman's brace, Current's controversial penalty

Before we look ahead to the semifinal, let's go over the winners and losers from the NWSL playoffs quarterfinal. Trinity Rodman (winner) highlights the list.
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Poor turf conditions overshadow Gotham FC NWSL playoff win over Seattle

Poor turf conditions overshadow Gotham FC NWSL playoff win over Seattle

Gotham FC will march on in the NWSL playoffs, but there are major questions remaining about the pitch at Sports Illustrated Stadium.
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Why are Washington Spirit playing NWSL semifinal at Northwest Stadium?

Why are Washington Spirit playing NWSL semifinal at Northwest Stadium?

The Spirit will be forced to move their semifinal match against Utah to Northwest Stadium, home of the NFL's Washington Commanders.
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Rodman's brace helps the Spirit into the NWSL semifinals with 4-1 win over the Thorns

Rodman's brace helps the Spirit into the NWSL semifinals with 4-1 win over the Thorns

Trinity Rodman scored twice and the Washington Spirit overwhelmed the Portland Thorns 4-1 in the quarterfinals of the National Women’s Soccer League playoffs
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Washington Spirit NWSL semifinal moved back to Audi Field after scheduling conflict

Washington Spirit NWSL semifinal moved back to Audi Field after scheduling conflict

The Washington Spirit won't have to play their NWSL semifinal at Northwest Stadium after all, as the match against Utah was moved back to Audi Field.
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Washington Spirit vs. Portland Thorns live updates: NWSL playoffs score, highlights

Washington Spirit vs. Portland Thorns live updates: NWSL playoffs score, highlights

The final match of the NWSL quarterfinals is set to be a blockbuster, with the Washington Spirit hosting the Portland Thorns on Sunday, Nov. 8.
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Gotham FC to Host Kansas City Current in NWSL Semifinal Rematch

Gotham FC to Host Kansas City Current in NWSL Semifinal Rematch

Gotham FC to Host Kansas City Current in NWSL Semifinal Rematch
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Stadium chaos for NWSL playoffs? Top teams face semifinal hosting issues

Stadium chaos for NWSL playoffs? Top teams face semifinal hosting issues

The NWSL playoffs begin this weekend with every team in its typical venue, but next weekend could see substantial shifts.
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NWSL playoff primer: Format, matchups and how to watch the games

NWSL playoff primer: Format, matchups and how to watch the games

The 2026 National Women's Soccer League playoffs begin Friday, Nov. 6. Here's the full schedule and how to tune in.
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The Utah Royals stun the San Diego Wave 1-0 in the NWSL quarterfinals

The Utah Royals stun the San Diego Wave 1-0 in the NWSL quarterfinals

The seventh-seeded Utah Royals earned their first ever playoff win by upsetting the No. 2 seed San Diego Wave 1-0 in the quarterfinals of the National Women’s Soccer League playoffs Friday night
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2-time winner Temwa Chawinga leads MVP finalists

2-time winner Temwa Chawinga leads MVP finalists

By Field Level Media Nov 09 (Field Level Media) - The National Women's Soccer League's two-time reigning Most Valuable Player, Temwa Chawinga, is one of five finalists for the 2026 honor, announced Monday along with the rest of the year-end awards candidates.
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Cooper's penalty gives the Current a 1-0 extra time quarterfinal win over Angel City

Cooper's penalty gives the Current a 1-0 extra time quarterfinal win over Angel City

Michelle Cooper converted a penalty kick in extra time to give the Kansas City Current a 1-0 win over Angel City in the quarterfinals of the National Women’s Soccer League playoffs