Orlando Pride and Washington Spirit Set for 2025 NWSL Challenge Cup Clash

The championship rematch pits last year’s NWSL finalists against each other in a bid for early-season silverware.

The 2025 NWSL Challenge Cup kicks off on Friday, March 7, at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando, Florida, with Orlando Pride hosting Washington Spirit.
Orlando Pride, the reigning NWSL champions, will rely on key players like Marta Vieira da Silva, Barbra Banda, and Ally Watt to defend their title.
Washington Spirit, last season's runners-up, aim for revenge with standout players such as Trinity Rodman, Ashley Hatch, and goalkeeper Aubrey Kingsbury leading their efforts.
The two teams have a competitive history, with Orlando Pride holding a slight edge in head-to-head matchups, winning 10 of their 26 previous encounters.
Fans can watch the match live at 8 PM ET on Amazon Prime Video as the teams vie for the first major trophy of the 2025 NWSL season.