There was no decision day for the NWSL this year, but seeding for the 2024 quarterfinals still came down to the final day of the season — though not the final game.
All top four-seeded teams — Orlando Pride, Washington Spirit, NJ/NY Gotham FC and KC Current — had already clinched home quarterfinals, but all four also ended the regular season with wins this weekend.
The intrigue in the final weekend came down to playoff seeding for the final three spots, with the Portland Thorns, Chicago Red Stars, Bay FC and Racing Louisville in contention when the weekend began. The Thorns won at home Friday night, and Bay FC followed with a win against the Dash in Houston Saturday night after a weather delay, meaning Louisville’s playoff hunt was over before they took the field. They have again finished ninth on the NWSL table.
Kansas City’s defeat of the Red Stars pushed them into the eighth and final spot for the quarterfinals. The loss means Chicago must take a trip to Orlando to face the Shield-winning Pride.
The four quarterfinals are set for next weekend. Semifinals between the four teams that advance will take place the weekend of Nov. 16. Kansas City will host the finalists in the championship on Nov. 23.
The playoffs bracket is set 😤
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