Top-seeded Gotham FC will host its National Women's Soccer League semifinal against the fourth-seeded Kansas City Current at Icahn Stadium instead of Sports Illustrated Stadium, the club announced Monday. The relocation comes after officials cited "concerns about the quality of the playing surface" at the team's usual home venue.
Icahn Stadium, located on Randall's Island in New York, has a capacity of 5,000 spectators — significantly smaller than Sports Illustrated Stadium. The match is scheduled for the NWSL playoff semifinals, with Gotham FC entering as the number one seed after the regular season.
The decision prioritizes player safety and match integrity, ensuring the playing surface meets professional standards for a high-stakes postseason fixture. Kansas City Current, seeded fourth, will travel to New York for the single-elimination semifinal.
