Gotham FC advances to final after defeating Club América 3-1

In Monterrey, Mexico, Gotham FC achieved a significant victory by defeating Club América 3-1 in their CONCACAF W Champions Cup semifinal match on Wednesday night. The match was marked by a rainy atmosphere, which did not deter Gotham from putting on a strong performance. Brazilian international Geyse opened the scoring in the 21st minute with a well-timed goal from a corner kick taken by Sarah Schupansky. Moments later, Midge Purce converted a penalty kick after being taken down in the box, doubling Gotham’s lead. Shortly thereafter, an unfortunate own goal by Jana Gutiérrez further extended their advantage to 3-0. Club América managed to find the net with a goal from Spanish international Irene Guerrero just before halftime, but the deficit proved too large to overcome. This win allowed Gotham FC to secure their place in the championship game of the inaugural W Champions Cup, showcasing their strong potential in women’s club soccer, particularly in a tournament that serves as a stepping stone to qualification for the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup coming next year. Meanwhile, on the same day, Tigres UANL defeated the Portland Thorns 2-0 in the other semifinal match. Tigres took an early lead thanks to Aaliyah Farmer's goal in the 10th minute, followed by a second goal from Thembi Kgatlana in the 27th minute. Despite a strong push from the Thorns in the second half, Tigres' defense held firm, with goalkeeper Itzel González making seven crucial saves. As a result, Gotham FC will now face Tigres UANL in the final on Saturday, creating a highly anticipated matchup between two formidable teams in the region's women’s soccer landscape.