Seattle Reign FC vs NJ/NY Gotham FC W Match Preview

Match Context

The NWSL Women group stage clash at Lumen Field pits Seattle Reign FC against NJ/NY Gotham FC W, with kickoff on 16 May 2026 (UTC). Seattle arrive sitting 8th with 11 points and a goal difference of -1, while Gotham are 5th on 15 points with a +4 goal difference. Both sides are in the hunt for play off quarter final positions, adding weight to this group stage fixture.

Seattle Reign FC Availability

There are currently no confirmed injuries or suspensions listed for Seattle Reign FC. All registered players, including creative contributor N. Mondésir (1 goal, 2 assists), are expected to be available. With no absentees reported in injuries or missing players data, the hosts should have full depth across defense, midfield, and attack.

NJ/NY Gotham FC W Availability

Gotham also report no players as doubtful or sidelined through injury or suspension. Key attacking midfielder J. Shaw (3 goals, 1 assist) and provider J. Dudley (1 goal, 2 assists) are both available, ensuring coach selection freedom across all lines.

Impact Summary

With zero confirmed absences on either side, neither team appears to lose any attacking output based on current season statistics. Gotham retain their leading scorer J. Shaw and top assister J. Dudley, while Seattle can rely on the creativity of N. Mondésir as both teams approach this group stage encounter at full strength.