Sixth-seeded NY/NJ Gotham FC defeated the reigning champion Portland Thorns 1-0 in extra time Sunday night to advance to the 2023 NWSL Championship. Here’s what you need to know:
After 106 minutes of scoreless play, Gotham’s Katie Stengel delivered a spectacular strike from just outside the box that beat Portland goalkeeper Shelby Hogan on the left side. Stengel was subbed on in the 100th minute for Delanie Sheehan.
Gotham FC — which knocked off the No. 3 seed North Carolina Courage on Oct. 22 to reach the semifinals — has clinched its first NWSL title game appearance in…
