Gotham FC captured the 2026 NWSL Shield with a victory over the Utah Royals on the final day of the regular season, while the Seattle Reign secured the last playoff berth in dramatic fashion.
The final seeding for the postseason came down to the closing minutes of Decision Day on November 2, 2026. Gotham's win ensured they finished atop the regular-season standings, earning the Shield as league champions.
Seattle's late surge allowed them to sneak into the playoffs, rounding out the postseason field. The day's results set the bracket for the NWSL playoffs.
