NWSL Playoff Coverage on ESPN and ABC This Weekend
ESPN’s coverage of the NWSL Playoffs begins Friday at 4 p.m. ET on ESPN2 with a special edition of Fútbol W, the network’s weekly studio show focused on professional women’s soccer. Hosted by Cristina Alexander, the program will include an exclusive interview with Portland Thorns midfielder Olivia Moultrie ahead of her team's quarterfinal match against the San Diego Wave on Sunday. Senior writer Jeff Kassouf from ESPN.com will also join the show.
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The playoff action continues Sunday with a doubleheader starting at 12:30 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN+. The day opens with an NWSL Playoffs Special co-hosted by Cristina Alexander and Ali Krieger.
Quarterfinal Matches
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At 12:45 p.m. ET, the NWSL Shield winners Kansas City Current take on Gotham FC at CPKC Stadium, broadcast live on ABC and ESPN+. Commentary team includes Jenn Hildreth and Lianne Sanderson (English), with Cristina Alexander and Natalia Astrain providing Spanish commentary. In the studio, hosts Kelsey Riggs Cuff and analyst Ali Krieger will offer insights.
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Later, Portland Thorns FC will host the San Diego Wave, also airing on ABC and ESPN+. Commentators for this match are Mark Donaldson and Jordan Angeli (English), with Richard Mendez and Carolina de las Salas handling the Spanish broadcast.
Both matches are available for streaming on the ESPN App through direct-to-consumer or pay-TV authentication.
“Fútbol W will feature an interview with Olivia Moultrie ahead of Portland's quarterfinal game.”
“NWSL Playoffs Special is hosted by Cristina Alexander and Ali Krieger on Sunday.”
Author’s summary: ESPN delivers extensive NWSL playoff coverage this weekend, spotlighting key players and live broadcasts on ABC and ESPN+ to engage soccer fans nationwide.