Gotham FC, Seattle Reign, Jess Fishlock and Jordyn Bugg
8 November 2026
Gotham FC advanced to the NWSL semifinals with a 1-0 victory over Seattle Reign. The result ended the playing career of Welsh midfielder Jess Fishlock, one of the league’s original players.
An own goal by Seattle defender Jordyn Bugg in the fourth minute decided the quarterfinal. Gotham won despite failing to register a shot on target, while Seattle created several opportunities without scoring. Fishlock started and played 75 minutes before departing with hamstring discomfort. The 2021 NWSL Most Valuable Player spent her entire 14-year league career with Seattle and had announced her retirement earlier in the season.
Why It Matters
Gotham reach the semifinals while one of the NWSL's longest-serving players concludes a landmark career.