What happened: Utah faces Washington on Saturday, Nov. 14; Gotham FC meets KC Current on Sunday in the [NWSL semifinals](https://www.nwslsoccer.com/news/semifinal-round-set-for-2026-nwsl-playoffs-presented-by-google-pixel). Gotham holds this season's Shield after KC Current won it last year.

Why it matters: A win would put Utah in its first championship game. Gotham has a chance to pair the Shield with a playoff title, while Washington can reach a third straight final.

What to watch: The semifinal winners will meet for the championship on Nov. 21.