
Kayla Duran has been placed on the season-ending injury list by Gotham FC after suffering a right ACL injury, ruling out the defender for the remainder of the season.

The first South Ward Central mailbag tackles questions on Cam Harper’s status, Jorge Ruvalcaba’s start, Gotham FC’s scoring concerns and more questions from Red Bull New York and Gotham FC supporters.

Juan Carlos Amorós and Emma Hayes are aligned in their praise of Tierna Davidson, pointing to her leadership, technical ability and importance to both Gotham FC and the USWNT.

Gotham FC’s season didn’t get back on track in Kansas City, as a 2-1 defeat extended their winless run to four matches. While the results haven’t followed, there are signs of progress — especially in attack — as the defending champions look to rediscover their form.

Gotham FC fell 2-1 to the Kansas City Current, with Jaedyn Shaw scoring in her return as the club’s slow start to the season continued.

Jaedyn Shaw is set to return to USWNT action during the next three matches, according to head coach Emma Hayes, as the Gotham FC attacker continues her recovery from a hamstring injury.

Emma Hayes has named a 26-player USWNT roster for April’s friendlies against Japan, with Gotham FC leading all NWSL clubs with five selections.

Tierna Davidson believes that Gotham FC are trending upward despite three straight scoreless home matches, emphasizing growth, patience and sharper finishing.

The captain is back. After nearly a year sidelined with an ACL injury, Gotham FC captain Tierna Davidson made her long-awaited return to the pitch.

In an exclusive interview, Gotham FC GM Yael Averbuch West reflects on the club’s rise from Sky Blue struggles to becoming a two-time NWSL champion.