# Gotham FC advances to NWSL semis after narrow win

> Gotham FC edges Seattle Reign despite poor field conditions to reach NWSL semifinals.
- Title: Gotham FC advances to NWSL semis after narrow win | Shortify
- Summary: Gotham FC edges Seattle Reign despite poor field conditions to reach NWSL semifinals.
- Keywords: gotham fc, seattle reign, nwsl, women's soccer, semifinal, field conditions, own goal, mandy freeman, jaedyn shaw, jordyn bugg, jaelin howell, rose lavelle
- Source: Yahoo Sports — https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/gotham-fc-survives-seattle-reign-001617989.html
- Published: 2026-11-09T00:16:17+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: gotham fc, seattle reign, nwsl, women's soccer, semifinal, field conditions, own goal, mandy freeman, jaedyn shaw, jordyn bugg, jaelin howell, rose lavelle
## Gotham FC wins 1-0
Gotham FC secured a 1-0 victory over Seattle Reign to advance to NWSL semifinals for the first time in club history.
## Seattle own goal
Seattle defender Jordyn Bugg accidentally scored an own goal from a Gotham corner kick in the fourth minute.
## Gotham's gritty performance
Gotham defender Mandy Freeman described the win as 'gritty' despite poor field conditions and an uncharacteristic Seattle performance.
## Field conditions issues
Sports Illustrated Stadium had 'atrocious' field conditions after New York Red Bull's MLS match the previous night.
## Gotham fined $10,000
Gotham FC was fined $10,000 by the league for poor field conditions at the match.
## Gotham's defensive strength
Gotham had the league's best defense with 0.77 goals per match (23 in 30 games).
## Seattle's strong effort
Seattle put up a tough performance with improved chances as the final whistle approached.
## Jaelin Howell returns
Central defender Jaelin Howell returned from a right ankle injury after 65 minutes of play.
## Next opponent
Gotham will host Kansas City Current in the NWSL semifinals next Sunday.
## Key takeaway

Gotham FC survived rough field conditions to advance to NWSL semifinals after a 1-0 win over Seattle Reign.