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Seattle Reign FC 2–3 Gotham FC: July 18, 2026 NWSL Result
Seattle Reign FC and Gotham FC completed their 2026 NWSL match at Icahn Stadium on July 18, 2026. The final score was Seattle Reign FC 2–3 Gotham FC. This page keeps the result, viewing information, current table snapshot and the other 2026 meeting together.
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Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC Broadcast Information
ESPN2United States · Tv package
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Gotham FC Match Venue
Icahn Stadium
New York City, New York, USA
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Watch 4 available highlights from this completed NWSL match, including the match recap, goals and notable plays supplied with the final game record.
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Maddie Mercado slots in the goal for Seattle Reign FC
Maddie Mercado scores in the 22'
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Maddie Dahlien hits the woodwork
Maddie Dahlien hits the frame
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Gotham FC seal comeback win with pair of stoppage-time goals
Open source video →Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC Match Stats and Facts
Compare the final team numbers from this July 18, 2026 NWSL match, then jump to the goals, cards, substitutions, lineups and player leaders.
Seattle Reign FC 2–3 Gotham FC
Icahn Stadium
Calin Radosav
4,738
4-2-3-1 vs 4-3-3
Seattle Reign FCTeam statisticGotham FC
29%Possession71%
8Shots18
2Shots on goal9
1Corner kicks4
6Saves1
10Fouls committed19
1Yellow cards1
0Red cards0
2Offsides0
235Passes attempted581
148Passes completed479
60%Pass accuracy80%
10Tackles won8
20Interceptions3
2Blocked shots4
34Clearances14
Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC Match Timeline
Follow the important moments in match order. Routine stoppages and duplicate delay notices are left out so the decisive action is easier to scan.
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Kickoff
First Half begins.
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Yellow card · Gotham FC
Mandy Freeman (Gotham FC) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
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Penalty goal · Seattle Reign FC
Goal! Gotham FC 0, Seattle Reign 1. Mia Fishel (Seattle Reign) converts the penalty with a right footed shot to the bottom right corner.
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Goal · Seattle Reign FC
Goal! Gotham FC 0, Seattle Reign 2. Maddie Mercado (Seattle Reign) left footed shot from the centre of the box to the centre of the goal. Assisted by Maddie Dahlien following a fast break.
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Yellow card · Seattle Reign FC
Sam Meza (Seattle Reign) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
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Halftime
Halftime
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Substitution · Gotham FC
Substitution, Gotham FC. Guro Reiten replaces Mandy Freeman.
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Substitution · Gotham FC
Substitution, Gotham FC. Esther González replaces Jess Carter.
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Second half
Start 2nd Half
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Substitution · Gotham FC
Substitution, Gotham FC. Sam Kerr replaces Sarah Schupansky.
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Substitution · Gotham FC
Substitution, Gotham FC. Bruninha replaces Savannah McCaskill.
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Substitution · Seattle Reign FC
Substitution, Seattle Reign. Nerilia Mondesir replaces Sally Menti.
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Substitution · Seattle Reign FC
Substitution, Seattle Reign. Holly Ward replaces Ryanne Brown.
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Goal · Gotham FC
Goal! Gotham FC 1, Seattle Reign 2. Esther González (Gotham FC) right footed shot from the right side of the six yard box to the bottom right corner. Assisted by Jaedyn Shaw with a cross.
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Substitution · Gotham FC
Substitution, Gotham FC. Denise O'Sullivan replaces Jaelin Howell.
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Substitution · Seattle Reign FC
Substitution, Seattle Reign. Jess Fishlock replaces Mia Fishel.
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Substitution · Seattle Reign FC
Substitution, Seattle Reign. Brittany Ratcliffe replaces Maddie Dahlien.
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Substitution · Seattle Reign FC
Substitution, Seattle Reign. Ruby Hladek replaces Maddie Mercado.
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Goal · Gotham FC
Goal! Gotham FC 2, Seattle Reign 2. Esther González (Gotham FC) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner. Assisted by Jaedyn Shaw with a through ball following a corner.
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Goal · Gotham FC
Goal! Gotham FC 3, Seattle Reign 2. Rose Lavelle (Gotham FC) left footed shot from the centre of the box to the top left corner. Assisted by Sam Kerr.
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Full time
End Regular Time
Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC Lineups and Formations
See both starting lineups, listed positions and available substitutes from the final match record.
AWAY TEAM
4-2-3-1Seattle Reign FC Starting Lineup
- 38Cassie MillerG
- 22Ryanne BrownRB · Subbed off
- 23Jordyn BuggLB
- 16Ainsley McCammonLM
- 14Emily MasonCD-R
- 21Phoebe McClernonCD-L
- 2Maddie MercadoAM-R · Subbed off
- 20Sam MezaRM
- 19Mia FishelF · Subbed off
- 17Sally MentiAM · Subbed off
- 5Maddie DahlienAM-L · Subbed off
Seattle Reign FC Substitutes
- 10Jess FishlockSUB · Came on
- 33Ruby HladekSUB · Came on
- 12Holly WardSUB · Came on
- 1Claudia DickeySUB
- 8Angharad James-TurnerSUB
- 7Emeri AdamesSUB
- 30Nérilia MondésirSUB · Came on
- 13Brittany RatcliffeSUB · Came on
- 36Sofía CedeñoSUB
HOME TEAM
4-3-3Gotham FC Starting Lineup
- 30Ann-Katrin BergerG
- 27Jess CarterRB · Subbed off
- 22Mandy FreemanLB · Subbed off
- 7Jaelin HowellCM · Subbed off
- 6Emily SonnettCD-R
- 15Tierna DavidsonCD-L
- 11Sarah SchupanskyRM · Subbed off
- 13Savannah McCaskillLM · Subbed off
- 10Jaedyn ShawF
- 23Midge PurceRF
- 16Rose LavelleLF
Gotham FC Substitutes
- 5Denise O'SullivanSUB · Came on
- 18Guro ReitenSUB · Came on
- 1Shelby HoganSUB
- 20Sam KerrSUB · Came on
- 24Andrea KitahataSUB
- 21Sofia CookSUB
- 9Esther GonzálezSUB · Came on
- 34Khyah HarperSUB
- 3BruninhaSUB · Came on
Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC Top Performers and Player Stats
These leaders highlight the players who topped their team in shooting, passing, defending or goalkeeping during this match.
Gotham FC Match Leaders
Total ShotsJaedyn Shaw4 · 1 SOG, 0.30 xG
Accurate PassesEmily Sonnett90 · 98 PASS
Defensive InterventionsEmily Sonnett9 · 0 TKLW, 2 DUELW
Seattle Reign FC Match Leaders
Total ShotsMaddie Mercado3 · 1 SOG, 0.54 xG
Accurate PassesCassie Miller27 · 42 PASS
Defensive InterventionsJordyn Bugg20 · 4 TKLW, 7 DUELW
SavesCassie Miller6 · 9 SOGA, 2.31 xGC
Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC Match Commentary
Review the latest recorded match updates, shown from the final whistle backward for faster postgame reading.
Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC Result Summary
Gotham FC won Seattle Reign FC 2–3 Gotham FC at home. The score shown here is the recorded final result; team records and positions below use the site's latest standings snapshot rather than a pre-match table.
Seattle Reign FC Season Context: August Is the Busiest Month
Seattle's club breakdown counts six August matches, split between three at Lumen Field and three away. Month filtering turns that crowded stretch into a more readable short list.
Gotham FC Season Context: Separate League Games from Special Events
This page is the NWSL regular-season schedule. Gotham's June Challenge Cup meeting with Kansas City is a separate competition and should not be mistaken for a missing league fixture.
How to Read This Result
The final score is fixed on this page, but current standings and recent form continue to update after later matches. Use the two team-schedule links to see what came next.
Season context was researched separately from the Seattle Reign FC 2026 schedule by the numbers and the Gotham FC 2026 schedule announcement. Live schedule data and the recorded result take priority over release-day details.
Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC 2026 Head-to-Head
Across completed 2026 meetings currently in the schedule, Seattle Reign FC has 0 wins, Gotham FC has 3 wins, and 0 finished level. The other listed meeting was Seattle Reign FC 0–1 Gotham FC on November 8, 2026.
May 15, 2026: Gotham FC vs Seattle Reign FC
Gotham FC 2–0 Seattle Reign FC
Lumen Field
Open the other meeting →July 18, 2026: Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC
Seattle Reign FC 2–3 Gotham FC
Icahn Stadium
November 8, 2026: Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC
Seattle Reign FC 0–1 Gotham FC
Sports Illustrated Stadium
Open the other meeting →Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC Standings and Recent Form
These are current site values, included to help compare the teams. They should not be read as a historical snapshot from the original match date.
Seattle Reign FC Current Snapshot
Seattle Reign FC is currently #8 with 47 points from 30 matches (14 wins, 5 draws, 11 losses). Recent form: W L L W L.
Gotham FC Current Snapshot
Gotham FC is currently #1 with 61 points from 30 matches (18 wins, 7 draws, 5 losses). Recent form: W W L W W.
Table Position Comparison
Gotham FC has the higher current points total, with a gap of 14 points between the clubs.
How to Use This Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC Result Page
Compare the Final Match Stats
Use the side-by-side numbers to compare possession, shots, passing, discipline and defensive work without opening a separate box score.
Follow the Goals and Key Moments
The match timeline keeps goals, cards and substitutions in chronological order while removing routine delay notices.
Check Lineups and Match Highlights
Review both starting formations and available substitutes, then watch any verified postgame videos attached to this result.
Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC FAQ
What was the Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC score?
The recorded final score was Seattle Reign FC 2–3 Gotham FC on July 18, 2026.
Where can I watch Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC?
The current schedule lists ESPN2. Availability, subscription requirements and international rights can vary by service and location.
Where is Seattle Reign FC vs Gotham FC being played?
The listed venue is Icahn Stadium, at New York City, New York, USA. Check the venue line again before traveling.
Do Seattle Reign FC and Gotham FC meet again in 2026?
The other listed meeting was Seattle Reign FC 0–1 Gotham FC on November 8, 2026.
Show latest 30 of 122 commentary updates
Match ends, Gotham FC 3, Seattle Reign 2.
Second Half ends, Gotham FC 3, Seattle Reign 2.
Foul by Bruninha (Gotham FC).
Brittany Ratcliffe (Seattle Reign) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Attempt missed. Nerilia Mondesir (Seattle Reign) right footed shot from outside the box misses to the right. Assisted by Jordyn Bugg.
Denise O'Sullivan (Gotham FC) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Jess Fishlock (Seattle Reign).
Goal! Gotham FC 3, Seattle Reign 2. Rose Lavelle (Gotham FC) left footed shot from the centre of the box to the top left corner. Assisted by Sam Kerr.
Ann-Katrin Berger (Gotham FC) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Ruby Hladek (Seattle Reign).
Foul by Bruninha (Gotham FC).
Brittany Ratcliffe (Seattle Reign) wins a free kick on the left wing.
Goal! Gotham FC 2, Seattle Reign 2. Esther González (Gotham FC) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner. Assisted by Jaedyn Shaw with a through ball following a corner.
Corner, Gotham FC. Conceded by Holly Ward.
Foul by Jaedyn Shaw (Gotham FC).
Sam Meza (Seattle Reign) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Fourth official has announced 10 minutes of added time.
Foul by Denise O'Sullivan (Gotham FC).
Brittany Ratcliffe (Seattle Reign) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Substitution, Seattle Reign. Ruby Hladek replaces Maddie Mercado.
Attempt missed. Guro Reiten (Gotham FC) left footed shot from the left side of the box is high and wide to the left. Assisted by Sam Kerr.
Attempt blocked. Sam Kerr (Gotham FC) right footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked. Assisted by Midge Purce with a cross.
Attempt blocked. Sam Kerr (Gotham FC) right footed shot from the left side of the box is blocked. Assisted by Guro Reiten.
Foul by Sam Kerr (Gotham FC).
Cassie Miller (Seattle Reign) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Corner, Gotham FC. Conceded by Jess Fishlock.
Attempt blocked. Jaedyn Shaw (Gotham FC) right footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Assisted by Guro Reiten.
Attempt missed. Jaedyn Shaw (Gotham FC) header from the centre of the box misses to the left. Assisted by Bruninha with a cross.
Attempt missed. Maddie Mercado (Seattle Reign) header from the centre of the box misses to the right. Assisted by Nerilia Mondesir with a cross following a set piece situation.
Substitution, Seattle Reign. Brittany Ratcliffe replaces Maddie Dahlien.