The Gotham FC soccer team made history on Saturday, October 3rd, when they secured their spot in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) semifinals with a 2-0 victory over North Carolina Courage. This marks the first time in the team’s history that they have advanced to the semifinals of the NWSL.
Gotham FC was able to take the lead in the first half of the game when forward Midge Purce scored a goal in the 21st minute. The team was able to maintain their lead throughout the rest of the game, and in the 90th minute, midfielder Raquel Rodriguez sealed the victory with a goal that put Gotham FC up 2-0.
The victory was a huge accomplishment for Gotham FC, who had previously been eliminated from the playoffs in the quarterfinals in both 2018 and 2019. This time around, however, they were able to make it all the way to the semifinals, where they will face off against the Portland Thorns.
Gotham FC’s success can be attributed to their strong defense, which allowed them to keep North Carolina Courage from scoring any goals. In addition, Gotham FC was able to capitalize on their offensive opportunities, scoring two goals despite having fewer shots on goal than their opponents.
Gotham FC’s victory over North Carolina Courage is a huge accomplishment for the team, and their fans are sure to be excited to see them in the semifinals. The team will now look ahead to their matchup against Portland Thorns, where they will look to continue their success and make it all the way to the NWSL Championship.
