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From the outside, NJ/NY Gotham FC's mere presence in the National Women's Soccer League semifinals, where they'll face the Portland Thorns on Sunday, is a remarkable achievement.
A year ago, Gotham endured one of the worst seasons in league history, losing a record 12 straight games, including five straight by shutout. The team finished last in the league and had a goal difference of minus-30. The offseason brought a coaching change and the acquisition of U.S. women's national team forward Lynn Williams, among other moves.
Gotham came out flying in 2023, winning four of their first seven games, but they were narrow results -- a 1-0 win here, a 2-1 there.