The Washington Spirit face a tricky game tonight, hosting NJ/NY Gotham FC in an NWSL Challenge Cup that comes with a mix of things to consider. On one hand, the Spirit will have fans at a home game for the first time since late September 2019, with up to 4,500 people permitted at Audi Field tonight. On the other hand, the Spirit cannot advance in the Challenge Cup, as the lowest point total possible for the East Division winner will be one higher than the maximum Washington can put together (six points if they win tonight).
Washington Spirit training notebook: Richie Burke, Ashley Sanchez, and Trinity Rodman speak ahead of Gotham FC match
