NWSL Championship to be held in Washington, D.C.

The NWSL Championship is slated for Saturday, November 21, with a kickoff time of 8 p.m. — commonly known as “primetime.” The match will air on CBS, and is sponsored by Google Pixel.

“Hosting the NWSL Championship at Audi Field is an incredible honor for our fans and this city,” Kim Stone, Chief Executive Officer of the Washington Spirit, said. “Audi Field is one of the best soccer atmospheres in the country, and D.C. shows up for women’s sports like few cities in the world. A fan base this passionate deserves events like this. We’re grateful to Commissioner Berman, the NWSL and Events D.C. for partnering with us to bring this event here.”

“Bringing the NWSL Championship back to Audi Field for a second time reflects how deeply the sport has taken hold in Washington, D.C,” Danita Johnson, President of Business Operations, D.C. United and Audi Field said. “We built this venue to be a place where the community feels a sense of belonging, where world‑class sport, culture, and connection come together. We’re proud to welcome moments like this to Audi Field.”

Eight teams will qualify for the NWSL Playoffs, with opening competition from November 6-8. The semifinals will take place on November 13-15.