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Gotham FC are heading to Icahn Stadium after pitch problems forced a venue switch, while the Washington Spirit successfully fought to keep their semi-final at Audi Field.
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The Washington Spirit have locked down Audi Field for their NWSL semi-final clash against the Utah Royals, sidestepping a potential move to Northwest Stadium - the home turf of NFL side the Washington Commanders.
Negotiations proved key, with the club successfully pushing to remain at their preferred venue rather than being shunted to an unfamiliar ground during the biggest stretch of their season.
Top seeds Gotham FC haven't been as fortunate. Their semi-final against the Kansas City Current will take place at Icahn Stadium on Randall's Island in New York City, after pitch conditions at their regular home, Sports Illustrated Stadium, were judged unacceptable.
The surface at Sports Illustrated Stadium had drawn sharp criticism during earlier fixtures, and Gotham's management conceded the ground simply wasn't up to scratch for a playoff tie of this magnitude.
The venue drama highlights a wider problem plaguing the NWSL's post-season. Balancing national TV broadcast slots with stadium availability has proved a logistical nightmare, particularly when so many clubs lack full control over their own grounds.
It's a growing pain the league will need to address - because when your biggest games are overshadowed by where they're being played, something has gone wrong.
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