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Gotham FC Sets Citi Field ‘Queens Classic’ vs. Spirit for July 15, First NWSL Game in NYC

Scheduled to leverage World Cup attention, the event anchors Gotham's temporary venue plan.

Overview

  • ESPN will televise the match nationally at 8 p.m. ET.
  • Tickets go on sale to the general public on March 25.
  • The fixture is a rematch of the 2025 NWSL Championship, which Gotham won 1-0 on Rose Lavelle’s late goal.
  • The game lands four days before the men's World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, aligning with the league’s push for marquee venues that have produced attendance records.
  • Gotham will also host Seattle Reign at Icahn Stadium on July 18 as part of venue shifts tied to World Cup logistics.