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Champions Cup Rant Thread

If you’re like me you need a space to rant about this disastrous game.

In my view, this is Gotham’s worst performance in years. From front to back there were unacceptable mistakes. I know altitude is a problem but we are able to win in Utah and Colorado so it’s a weak excuse. So many horrible passes and wasted opportunities.

And the officiating was disgraceful. Club America got away with violent conduct over and over. And that penalty call is embarrassing! The refs should rewatch the game and apologize. We weren’t going to mount a comeback but that was a joke of a call.

Rant over. Your turn!

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u/ScientistBoth830 — 1 day ago

South Ward Central Gotham FC Coverage

Good Afternoon Redditors,

My name is Sean Hartnett, and I created SouthWardCentral.com earlier this year to offer credentialed, year-round coverage of Gotham FC and Red Bull New York.

I've noticed a few of my articles and interviews shared on r/GothamFC. Thanks to those who've followed my site in its early days. I'd like the opportunity to interact with you more, as some Gotham fans prefer Reddit to other social media platforms.

If you haven't read my work, here's my latest piece on captain Tierna Davidson's performances as she's gotten back to 90-minute workloads:

https://southwardcentral.com/gotham-fc/tierna-davidson-return-full-strength/

I've also done exclusive interviews with Yael Averbuch West, Lilly Reale, Sarah Schupansky, Jaelin Howell, Carolyn Tisch Blodgett and other Gotham figures.

Four-part interview with Averbuch West:

YAW on Gotham's championship mentality: https://southwardcentral.com/gotham-fc/yael-averbuch-west-championship-mentality/

YAW on player recruitment philosophies: https://southwardcentral.com/gotham-fc/yael-averbuch-west-player-recruitment/

YAW on Gotham's 2026 rookie class: https://southwardcentral.com/gotham-fc/2026-rookie-class-averbuch-west/

YAW on how Gotham navigates the challenges presented by NWSL roster rules and player injuries: https://southwardcentral.com/gotham-fc/injuries-nwsl-roster-rules/

Other Gotham exclusives:

Reale on the grit that powered Gotham's 2025 championship success: https://southwardcentral.com/gotham-fc/lilly-reale-new-york-grit-exclusive/

Schupansky on how Gotham FC pushes her to get better every day: https://southwardcentral.com/gotham-fc/sarah-schupansky-nwsl-growth/

Howell on Gotham's culture: https://southwardcentral.com/gotham-fc/jaelin-howell-gotham-fc-culture/

Tisch Blodgett on NWSL growth, the Queens Classic and capturing the next generation of fans: https://southwardcentral.com/gotham-fc/carolyn-tisch-blodgett-nwsl-growth-queens-classic-exclusive/

Thanks to everyone who has read, shared or commented on my work. I'm happy to engage in Q&As and other Reddit events.

Let me know your feedback and what else you'd like to see from our coverage. - Sean

u/HartyLFC — 3 days ago
▲ 761 r/GothamFC+1 crossposts

Official Schedule with times, We going at least 14-3 🦅

u/Lerenz0118 — 7 days ago

Sportico report: Gotham in advanced talks to move to new NYFC Queens stadium in 2028

Sportico is reporting that Gotham is in "advanced talks" to move to the new NYC FC stadium that opens next year. No answer in there on the blueprint guaranteed pricing if they move.

The talks have centered around Gotham joining for the 2028 NWSL season, said the people, who were granted anonymity because the negotiations are private. No final decision has been made and no contract has been signed.

“Like many clubs, especially in the NWSL as the league rapidly grows, we regularly evaluate options to best support our players, supporters and organization,” Gotham said in a club statement. “We don’t have any updates to share right now.”

https://www.sportico.com/leagues/soccer/2026/gotham-fc-queens-nycfc-stadium-move-nwsl-1234899222/

u/bolter05 — 8 days ago

Anyone have an extra deck of playing cards from the May 9 gate giveaway they’re willing to part with?

I couldn’t go to the game and love collecting playing cards. I will pay for shipping!

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u/cubanchemist — 6 days ago

Going as a “Single” Mom

We are visiting the city for my wife’s work and I’m planning on taking our 5 month daughter to the game vs the dash while she’s got work stuff. I’m an over-preparer and know diaper bags are fine but will I be allowed in with bottles pre-prepped with breast milk? Also I read that strollers have to fit under the seats and we have a lightweight, compact stroller that we’re bringing but I’m not 100% sure it will sit under the seat completely…has anyone navigated the stroller situation? We will be using public transit so using the stroller is a must or my arms will fall off lol

Thanks in advance!

Love,
The non-carrying mom

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u/AdFrosty9222 — 9 days ago

Guide for New Attendees on the $5 Mamdani Deal

Hello, and welcome to Gotham FC! As a season ticket holder since the team moved to Harrison in 2021, a Cloud 9 member since 2015, and an attendee of matches dating back all the way to the first NWSL season, I want you to have the best time at the match and become a fan. Maybe you will even sign up for a Cloud 9 membership!

First off, getting to the stadium. Sports Illustrated Stadium is located a short walk from the Harrison PATH station. Trains leave World Trade Center every 20 minutes, and it’s about a 15-20 minute ride. The fare is $3.25 payable by contactless payment or a reloadable TAPP card, however your reloadable OMNY card will not work on PATH. Next season trains will operate every 10 minutes. There is parking in the area for a fee. Some parking lots require a permit.

Now that you’re here, where do you go for pregame? There are limited spaces to tailgate, but it’s quite common. Cloud 9 tailgates in the “Red Lot” or "Carmax Lot" which is a separate small lot slightly elevated above the others near the PATH station. You can also stop by Keepers, a bar and grill across the street from the stadium. Keepers is also an option for postgame, and is definitely the place to be if it is, as it will be for this match, raining.

If you got the $5 tickets, you will be sitting in the South Ward, which is sections 102 101 and 133. These are all rail seats as it is the supporters section for Red Bull New York matches. Cloud 9 is located in 101. The seats in 101 will be locked in the up position for standing room only. In this configuration, the section is treated as general admission. Stand wherever you want! There will be drums and flags and singing and chanting. Opposing team gear is prohibited in 101. Follow the capos at the front of the section. You can find QR codes on the rails that have the Cloud 9 song list.

It‘s going to be a wonderful day for soccer, and we hope you have a great time and come back for many more matches!

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u/JBS319 — 14 days ago

Pre-game talk at Hype House in the stadium. Where is that?

I’m planning on going to the Sue Bird, Krieger pre-game event at the Hype House, but I can’t figure out where that is? Anyone know? The stadium website say it’s a premium seating area and has its own entrance. Any insight from anyone?

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u/cluttered-thoughts3 — 12 days ago

Free tickets (and a possible deal?)

EDIT: CLAIMED

Hi! I’m unable to make it to tonight’s game and the friend I’d originally gave them to isn’t able to go anymore. I’d like to give away the tickets — section 124, row 2.

I’m really bummed about missing out on the deck of cards give away. If whoever claimed the tickets might be able to snag a deck for me I would be ETERNALLY grateful. Not necessary but it would mean a lot to me! I could either give my shipping info or pick it up at another game.

Let me know if anyone is interested!

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u/acoupleacresgreener — 12 days ago