Gotham FC, a team in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), made history by winning the first-ever Concacaf W Champions Cup with a thrilling 1-0 victory over Tigres UANL in Monterrey, Mexico, on Saturday night. The game saw Gotham’s Esther González scoring the winning goal in the 82nd minute, converting a penalty after a foul by Tigres defender Jimena Lápez on Gotham’s Emily Sonnett. The dramatic win marked Gotham’s first major trophy since their 2023 NWSL championship win.
The match was intense from the start, with both teams creating scoring opportunities that kept the fans on the edge of their seats. In the first half, Tigres’ keeper, Itzel González, saved a penalty taken by Gotham’s Midge Purce, maintaining a scoreless first half. The game was filled with physical play, with Tigres committing 12 fouls and Gotham committing 14 throughout the match. Despite the challenges, Gotham managed to take 23 shots, with seven of them on target, showcasing their offensive prowess.
Esther González was named the Superior Player of the Match for her title-winning goal, securing Gotham’s place in the final. The team’s head coach, Juan Carlos Amorós, expressed pride in the team’s three-year journey towards this victory, highlighting the hard work and dedication that led them to the championship. With the Women’s Club World Cup on the horizon, Gotham looks to build on this success and continue their winning streak. As they celebrate their triumph, the team remains focused on climbing the NWSL table and securing a spot in the playoffs, setting their sights on future victories and accolades.
