
Rose Lavelle took a positive step forward in her concussion recovery on Tuesday, participating in individual on-field drills during Gotham FC’s open training session.

Juan Carlos Amorós is expected to return to Gotham FC Tuesday after a five-week parental leave, with Shaun Harris and the club’s technical staff helping keep the Bats atop the NWSL standings during his absence.

Midge Purce has modified her approach to staying healthy in her 10th NWSL season, lifting four times a week while continuing to handle the demands of a long season with first-place Gotham FC.

Gotham FC set a new club record with a 10-match unbeaten streak after drawing Portland Thorns FC 1-1 on Friday night.

Gotham FC puts its nine-game unbeaten streak on the line Friday against Portland Thorns FC, with a club-record run within reach at Sports Illustrated Stadium.

Gotham FC will be without Rose Lavelle for Friday’s meeting with Portland Thorns FC as the midfielder remains in concussion protocol. The Bats will, however, have Denise O’Sullivan available for selection, according to acting head coach Shaun Harris.

Gotham FC’s veteran bench has provided crucial experience and depth throughout the 2026 season as the first-place Bats chase the NWSL Shield and a second straight championship.

Jaelin Howell’s defensive work and reliability have made her one of Gotham FC’s most important players during the club’s chase for its first-ever NWSL Shield.

Gotham FC tied a club record with a ninth straight unbeaten match, drawing Angel City FC 0-0 as Rose Lavelle exited under concussion protocol after a head injury.

Gotham FC midfielder Rose Lavelle exited Sunday’s match against Angel City FC after landing on the back of her head and was substituted under concussion protocol.