
After an early adjustment period and a tricky knee injury, Denise O’Sullivan has found her rhythm at Gotham FC as the club pursues a first-ever NWSL Shield and an NWSL championship repeat.

Gotham FC returns home Friday to face Chicago Stars FC as the NWSL Shield leaders look to extend their 10-match home unbeaten streak and continue their push for the club’s first NWSL Shield.

Gotham FC captain Tierna Davidson says the defending NWSL champions are focused on winning the NWSL Shield as they prepare for the playoffs.

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.

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.

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.