
Gotham FC has signed veteran defender Emily Sonnett to a contract extension through the 2028 NWSL season. The USWNT star remains a key figure in the club’s defense and leadership group.

Gotham FC sits firmly among the NWSL contenders despite frequent injuries and a demanding schedule. Here are the five players who have made the biggest impact so far in 2026.

Jaedyn Shaw highlighted Emily Sonnett’s longevity and leadership, praising the veteran defender as a steady influence and example for the USWNT’s next generation.

USWNT head coach Emma Hayes praised Gotham FC forward Jaedyn Shaw’s “exceptional” goal threat ahead of upcoming friendlies against Brazil.

Gotham FC will have five players representing the United States Women’s National Team during the upcoming international friendlies against Brazil.

Gotham FC will put its unbeaten Concacaf W Champions Cup record on the line Wednesday against Club América Femenil in a difficult semifinal clash at Estadio Hidalgo.

Tierna Davidson’s return to full strength continues to elevate Gotham FC, with the captain emerging as a key figure in both defense and buildup play.

Gotham FC stretched its unbeaten streak to five matches with a commanding 2-0 road victory over Seattle Reign FC on Friday night behind goals from Jaedyn Shaw and Tierna Davidson.

Jaedyn Shaw’s excellent form continues as the Gotham FC attacker keeps showing why she’s one of the NWSL’s most promising young stars.

Gotham FC general manager Yael Averbuch West spoke exclusively with South Ward Central about injuries, roster depth, ACL recoveries and the challenges of navigating NWSL roster rules during a demanding season.