Gotham FC defeated the Washington Spirit 1-0 in The Queens Classic at Citi Field in Queens, New York. Rose Lavelle scored the match-winning goal in the 37th minute as Gotham secured the victory in front of a sold-out crowd of 42,175.
The match set a New York City women’s sports attendance record and marked the first NWSL match played in New York City, making it a milestone night for Gotham FC and women’s soccer in the city.
PHOTOS AND MATCH COVERAGE BY JOSE CONTRERAS | MOMENTS PRO MEDIA
Citi Field hosts Gotham FC and Washington Spirit for The Queens Classic.
Fans gather at Citi Field for Gotham FC vs Washington Spirit.
Gotham FC players warm up before The Queens Classic.
Washington Spirit players warm up before the match.
Citi Field fills up for a historic NWSL night.
The crowd takes in The Queens Classic at Citi Field.
Washington Spirit players line up before the match.
Players stand for the national anthem.
Gotham FC players line up before the match.
Gotham FC team photo before kickoff.
Trinity Rodman attacks.
Washington Spirit push forward at Citi Field.
Players battle for possession during The Queens Classic.
Emily Sonnett from Gotham FC defend inside the penalty area.
Gotham FC celebrate Rose Lavelle’s goal.
Leicy Santos from Washington Spirit.
Esther González during Gotham FC match action.
Fans pack Citi Field for a record-setting NWSL night.
NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman speaks with media.
Sandy MacIver throws the ball.
Rose Lavelle during Gotham FC match action.
Sam Kerr attacks for Gotham FC.
Gotham FC players gather after the final whistle.
Trinity Rodman
Jaelin Howell
