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Orlando Pride Tops NWSL Standings After 2-0 Win Over Gotham FC

Defending champions maintain a perfect defensive record as Gotham struggles with roster integration and off-field challenges surface.

Mar 23, 2025; Harrison, New Jersey, USA; Orlando Pride forward Barbra Banda (22) in action against Gotham FC during the first half at Sports Illustrated Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images/File Photo
Ann-Katrin Berger #30 of NJ/NY Gotham FC jumps and stops the shot on goal in the first half of the 2024 National Women's Soccer League Playoff match against Portland Thorns FC at Red Bull Arena on November 10, 2024 in Harrison, New Jersey.
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Overview

  • Orlando Pride defeated NJ/NY Gotham FC 2-0 on March 23, 2025, with goals from an early own goal by Lilly Reale and a penalty kick by Marta.
  • The Pride remains undefeated and unscored upon this season, leading the NWSL standings with six points after two matches.
  • Despite holding 59% possession and taking 14 shots, Gotham FC failed to score, highlighting ongoing challenges integrating their revamped roster.
  • The match faced a delayed kickoff due to ESPN programming overruns, frustrating fans and drawing criticism of the league's broadcast operations.
  • The league and Gotham FC are investigating allegations of fan abuse directed at Orlando’s Barbra Banda during the match.