NWSL Playoff Scenarios Unfolding as Week 24 Approaches
As Week 24 of the NWSL season approaches, teams are eagerly battling for playoff spots. The scenarios for clinching a berth are intricate, involving multiple teams’ outcomes.
Key Playoff Scenarios
Gotham FC
- Clinch with a win.
- Qualify with a draw if Washington and Angel City either win or draw.
- A loss is acceptable if North Carolina loses and Houston doesn’t win.
Portland Thorns FC
- Secure a playoff spot with a win if North Carolina draws or loses.
- A draw suffices if North Carolina loses and Houston doesn’t win.
Seattle Reign FC
- Qualification guaranteed with a win if North Carolina doesn’t win.
- A draw will also suffice if North Carolina loses and Houston doesn’t win.
Orlando Pride
- Enter playoffs with a win if North Carolina and Houston don’t win.
Racing Louisville FC
- Clinches a spot with a win, combined with North Carolina losing and Houston not winning.
Teams Unable to Clinch or Be Eliminated
San Diego Wave FC and North Carolina Courage have scenarios where they can neither clinch a playoff berth nor face elimination this week.
Elimination Scenarios
Houston Dash
- Eliminated with a loss, if San Diego wins and Louisville and Orlando win or draw.
Utah Royals FC
- Eliminated with any loss or draw.
- A win will result in elimination if San Diego wins or draws.
Angel City FC
- Out with a loss.
- A draw leads to elimination if San Diego wins or draws.
- Even a win will not save them if San Diego, Louisville, and Orlando all win or draw.
Fans are keenly observing as the playoff race intensifies in the NWSL. Emegypt will continue providing updates as the season progresses.
