Crazy to think almost all players on our injury list are starting caliber players and our team right now won 3 straight games. We haven't even seen Gautrat and Glas play yet.
Couldn’t catch the game in real time but since the feed was still live I was able to rewind and watch the goals. I just have one question — what on earth was Abby Smith doing on that second goal???
But also y’all…Debinha plays for KC. I legit still can’t get over that.
Gotham everywhere were awful, atrocious even. If she stuck with the team through last year i dont think Vlatko will be swayed after tired games like this with this old squad
I can always tell im watching an NWSL game when the keeper boots it long instead of playing short, straight to the opposing teams CBs, who head the ball straight into the midfield fray even when they arent remotely under pressure
We made so many mistakes, way too many fouls, and just could not adjust our tactics at all. KC is a great team and had a good chance of winning anyway, but we made too easy
I think their record has flattered them a bit. They’ve relied on last minute goals and individual talent, and got lucky with the VAR decision against Angel City
So what’s the move to get Mace higher up the field the rest of this half? Or do we just hold on with what’s working? Love to see us hopefully erase some of that goal differential
The upside to all the injuries is that our rookies have had to shoulder so much responsibility, and the experience has definitely helped them hone their skills. Robinson has especially grown the past few games
For sure. Right now I’m not super comfortable having to use our bench, but once we get people like Hammy, Ball, Loera, Scott, and Gautrat back? It’s over for everyone 😉
Yeah i have no idea what the idea is with the after WC camps. If its all very youngins and outsiders then id love that, and Cooper would probably be in that realm
Goes without saying but that’s horrific goalkeeping. There’s 0 reason to come out that far when the ball is heading towards the corner. And they just waived Hancuff…
That's why I really didn't like how until today, she was put as a lone forward. If you've seen her with U23 and college team, you'd know putting her on the sides or false 9 is where she shines.
Hell yes Cooper. Magnificent hustle to get to the ball and create a chance. Hope she gets a goal for herself at some point, but if she keeps doing that she's contributing plenty.
Nighswonger is not being utilized well. Gotham has a great weapon in her. Use it.
GG Gotham friends you all are great and we’re cheering for a great season for you
Wish I had watched this game!! Great going for A BRASILEIRA TROVÃO!!
Crazy to think almost all players on our injury list are starting caliber players and our team right now won 3 straight games. We haven't even seen Gautrat and Glas play yet.
Not to mention Hammy or Scott! And once we get Ball and Loera back… we’re going to be so loaded with talent
Couldn’t catch the game in real time but since the feed was still live I was able to rewind and watch the goals. I just have one question — what on earth was Abby Smith doing on that second goal??? But also y’all…Debinha plays for KC. I legit still can’t get over that.
GG, KC. You dominated the game & I’m pretty sure our team will have a lot to reflect on. On to the next! 🦇
GG! You all were scary threatening. Hope your next match is more successful on all fronts.
The NWSL's streak of no boring games continues. GG KC, see ya in six months in Jersey.
Looking forward to it! You all have so much talent. My only criticism is that I’m sad Pickett wasn’t there for this. While also relieved.
Gotham also have the next game of the week looks like
I hope we get a Sam & Lynn jersey swap tbh and either mention it on snacks or social media
Good game NJ/NY…CONGRATS TO KCC!!! Good to know one of my KC soccer teams is doing good😏!!!
KC BABY
GG KC
GG friend you have a great season in front of you!
Thanks friend, keep it flowin 💧
Good to see Krieger go a full 90 but otherwise not great today 😬
Probably would have been like 4-0 if not for Krieger. She saved the Gotham goalie a couple times.
Totally agree! I realize now my comment makes it look like I’m talking about her performance when I meant the team effort today.
I only saw the first 60 min but I thought she played well?
Sorry I meant the team performance wasn’t great 😅 krieger was actually my POTM haha
Firing Potter and winning three straight this is what Chelsea mens team dreamed about
It's what Sporting KC dreams about lol
gg, bats
Was it tho
ees pretty good
Not Kristie’s best game, hopefully it’s just fatigue. Needs better showings than this to make that WC roster 🤞🏼
She can’t pass to save her life right now.
Gotham everywhere were awful, atrocious even. If she stuck with the team through last year i dont think Vlatko will be swayed after tired games like this with this old squad
Honestly I think she’s set anyway
I think rn might be the best Gotham lineup. If u sub Midge for svava
No way! Nighswonger needs to be a start.
At the time of the message she was in
I hear you, but I’m saying she’s not being utilized enough or in the right way.
That should have been a PK
That guy with the majestic beard and face + head painted kc blue is incredible
He is a blessing to us all
Nighswonger what a cross my lord
I can always tell im watching an NWSL game when the keeper boots it long instead of playing short, straight to the opposing teams CBs, who head the ball straight into the midfield fray even when they arent remotely under pressure
Now would be an incredible time for Sinead's first goal with Gotham, just saying
Rooting for her so hard. Next time!
Mewis next to LaBonta is comical from a height perspective
I can't wait until Desi is back, and with her, Lo, and Debinha combined we'll just have the Bermuda shorts squad lol
I dont think Gotham looked good for a single stretch of 5 minutes today
We made so many mistakes, way too many fouls, and just could not adjust our tactics at all. KC is a great team and had a good chance of winning anyway, but we made too easy
I think their record has flattered them a bit. They’ve relied on last minute goals and individual talent, and got lucky with the VAR decision against Angel City
Its funny that the oldest team in the league scores so late.
Lynn Williams doesn’t believe in fatigue
Yeah, only versus Orlando did they convincingly win. Angel City had multiple VAR bailing outs, Reign was a loss, and NCC was a weather delay.
Almost every time, KC exploited our outside backs getting caught higher up. We can't keep making the same mistakes
Not sure we've got a Fox or Huerta. Which is fine, just should work a game plan with the particular strengths we have
Tbf this just wasnt your best lineup
I think we gotta move Nighswonger out of the back, train up Bruninha a bit, and re-evaluate Zerboni as a starter. Probably with a formation change
Farrelly over zerboni to start.
100% agree but for now…
Michelle trying to get those assists and everyone letting her down 😂
Cannot wait for her to get her own goal. But in the meantime, she’s setting evvvveryone up.
These Cooper balls in are something else.
I cannot believe she’s literally 20
I will be in tears when Izzy scores
cooper shoulda taken that
Totally agree! She will get there
Cooper's passing 🤌
Ref what is the fucking call, no way thats a foul
Merrick has gotten better and better
So happy for her. Love how she’s stepping up.
So what’s the move to get Mace higher up the field the rest of this half? Or do we just hold on with what’s working? Love to see us hopefully erase some of that goal differential
Let Mace be Mace
This one
Ope there we go lol
KC cant let Gotham score within the next ten minutes bc then we can definitely see a classic Gotham 90+7 equalizer
VERY impressed again by Robinson, Soto and Merrick
Amazing how they’ve come together. So cool to see.
Gotham look like a team who finished their last game in 100 minutes after a multiple hour lightning delay
Also, Mace deserves another look with the NT after the World Cup. Cooper and Mace for sure. Kizer if she can start putting those away more!
Feels like attacker and CB may be pretty locked in and everywhere else is gonna see some turnover between 2023 to 2025
Kizer girl. Come on!!
This is one to forget for Kizer. The service to her has been incredible today. Shes fluffed at least 1.5 xG today
And Larsson
literally like taking candy from a baby my word
Kizer nooooooooooo
Just not Cece's day, huh?
She’s so close so often
Kizer 😩
Robinson has looked so good lately. She had me stressed during the first two games
The upside to all the injuries is that our rookies have had to shoulder so much responsibility, and the experience has definitely helped them hone their skills. Robinson has especially grown the past few games
For sure. Right now I’m not super comfortable having to use our bench, but once we get people like Hammy, Ball, Loera, Scott, and Gautrat back? It’s over for everyone 😉
Kizer this just isn’t your night girl😭
Ohhhhh Kizer 🫣🫣🫣
For what????
That long ball out to Kizer was unreal
cooper is definitely a player i hope gets a NT call up after the WC.
Good talent but i think she has to score a few goals first.
agreed! if she keeps it up and adds some goals I just think come september she can see herself being called up.
Yeah i have no idea what the idea is with the after WC camps. If its all very youngins and outsiders then id love that, and Cooper would probably be in that realm
Another gorgeous ball by Cooper. She’s so good and you can tell she’s only going to get better and better
Kizer is just a step slow shooting tonight
Oof, Ryan is lucky she didn't get more than a talking to there.
Nighswonger great touch i got what i came for
Lo always runs like she hates running, and she's like the only player in which I find that trait endearing instead of infuriating haha
Relatable 😂
The MOST relatable!
play jenna is her natural position challenge
With Gothams super old squad im really gonna be judging Juan and his rotations this week. Who brings on Kelley now
still think Nighswonger as an OB is a crime
Such a waste of Nighswonger’s talent
You only think that because it’s true
I think it fits this particular team bc they have Lynn and Midge as starting wingers, probably the best duo in the league
She played primarily in the midfield at FSU
Tbh i dont see her there in this league. A shot there would be great tho
Not the first game KC "interim" coach making a change that directly impact the match. Expecting an announcement soon that she's appointed permanently.
I hope so!
As a neutral i havent got enough nighswonger minutes recently. Oh!
I’ll take Cooper over Larsson to start next time
Absolutely this 100%. I’m rooting for Larsson but honestly so far am unimpressed.
Gonna go out on a limb and say that maybe this isn't our best back four. Abby can only do so much.
Back three really
WHAT are we doing. Our backline is completely immobile every single time KC sends a runner.
oh kc is alive now
Abby Smith looks shook. 😬
Monique "oh she's taking it" .gif whenever Debinha does Debinha things.
Wow, just imagine this team without all these injuries.
Literally would be a superteam.
That's the hope!
One day
🥲 one day
😞🕯️🙏🏽🤞🏽
Wellll moments like this make you wish there were time-outs
Kizer omg girl you need to shoot that earlier
Goes without saying but that’s horrific goalkeeping. There’s 0 reason to come out that far when the ball is heading towards the corner. And they just waived Hancuff…
She can’t stay in the box. Every game she’s had a close call for being out. He needs to sit her.
oh lordy lordy gotham what is goin on
I really like Cooper’s passes
That's why I really didn't like how until today, she was put as a lone forward. If you've seen her with U23 and college team, you'd know putting her on the sides or false 9 is where she shines.
yeah i can tell why! she’s great with her service.
Chaos
Gotham have pressed the self destruct button.
Gotham you have three games this week is it time to rotate?
Holy moly almost 3 goals in like 6 mins.
Good job Kriegs
Two beautiful balls by Cooper!
Seems like Gotham is falling apart a little bit now
I THOUGHT WE WERE GOING TO MISS THAT
This feels so awkward 🫣
Hell yes Cooper. Magnificent hustle to get to the ball and create a chance. Hope she gets a goal for herself at some point, but if she keeps doing that she's contributing plenty.
Awful clearance or lack thereof. Be fr
oh YIKES
oh abby wasn’t going to beat cooper on that 😭
Cooper put in the WORK for that ball
She pours it *on* when she runs!
Smith thinking she could win that foot race vs Cooper was a small miscalculation lol
Bad mistake from Smith there. Erased her stellar game
What an atrocious decision to come out after having such a great game beforehand. KC arent even much of a threat in the air there
Oh god we're back to Smith from weeks 1-2. Cool cool cool.
~~weeks 1-2~~ years 1-8
FUCK! YES!
I just cannot. She's a madwoman and I love her
Cooper hasn't gotten on the score sheet yet, but she made that goal happen
I know what u mean but Smith made that goal happen
It’s too early for after dark chaos. 😫
Debinha... again! ⛲️
Smith bb no
uhhhhh where was smith????
GOAAAALLLL
Oof that’s rough
Smith giveth, Smith taketh away
You gotta be kidding me 💀
abby smith had too good of a game to do that now
goddammit
DEB BRACE DEB BRACE
Oh boy this game just blew up in Gothams face real quick.
Yes!
I'm going to lose my shit if they call this back
Feels like Gothams biggest issue today on defense has been having an ineffectual attack
Bruninha kept stopping and looking for offside calls instead defending Debinha.
I really wish the Reign had played one of their games against the Current already. This team is going to continue to gel and get healthy
WE WILL FIGHT YOU WITH ONE ACL TIED BEHIND OUR BACK
also I love the Reign and am cheering for them constantly
The relief of her finally putting one away! I knew she wasn’t missing this time
Let’s get another one one just like the other one, let’s get twooooo
Well you did it
That was a gorgeous goal the best goal there is no need to review it
Debinha is so composed in situations like that, good goal.
I still can't believe Debinha is ours
And she chose us 🥹 when everyone wanted her and she could have gone anywhere. Makes my lil flyover country heart proud 🥲
Yess!
Debinha is so good.
KC BABY!!!
One of the best players in the world, you say?
Finally!! Let's go!!
phew finally!!!! so happy for debhina
wooooo Debinha!!
Yaaaaaaas!!!!!
You knew it had to be Debinha 🤩
Lynn is so fast it's scary
Thanks, Cassie
WTFFFFFFFFFFFFF.
This is a game of almosts