NWSL Week 14 Kickoff: Playoff Race Heats Up After Summer Break | National Women's Soccer League Recap

NWSL's Week 14 marked the beginning of the playoff chase, reigniting the excitement after the summer break as teams returned with renewed energy. Kansas City Current started strong with a decisive 2-0 victory on the road against Racing Louisville, extending their league lead to 11 points. The match featured standout performances, including Laurel Ivory's debut clean sheet and Debinha's milestone 150th game, all achieved without star newcomer Ally Sentnor. Meanwhile, Gotham FC and Chicago Stars played to a 1-1 draw in a match notable for the presence of many dogs in the stadium, with rookie Khyah Harper opening her professional account. Seattle Reign FC returned from summer hiatus with a 2-0 win over Angel City FC, thanks to Jess Fishlock's goal and an own goal in the final moments. San Diego Wave FC and North Carolina Courage ended their game in a goalless draw, extending San Diego's club-record five-match road unbeaten streak. Bay FC and Houston Dash shared points in a 2-2 thriller, with Bay's Penelope Hocking and Houston's Kiki Van Zanten scoring their first goals of the season. In a dramatic match, Washington Spirit defeated Portland Thorns 2-1, with Trinity Rodman netting a ...