Gotham FC reclaimed the top spot in ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings after a 1-0 win over San Diego Wave. A Jaedyn Shaw strike just before halftime extended their unbeaten streak to 7 games and added another shutout to their league-leading total (12). Despite losing veteran Emily Sonnett to a season-ending injury and Esther González's departure, Gotham's roster depth keeps them dominant.\n\nUtah Royals fell 2-1 to Denver Summit, despite a Tatumn Milazzo equalizer in the 89th minute.

Utah dominated with 2.09 xG and 18 shots but conceded a stoppage-time winner. They remain third in the standings thanks to other results.\n\nSan Diego Wave lost to Gotham, managing only two shots in the second half. Washington Spirit lost 4-3 to North Carolina Courage after a stoppage-time goal, their first back-to-back losses in 2026.

Kansas City Current drew 1-1, marking their sixth straight game without a clean sheet.