The Washington Spirit are preparing for the 2025 NWSL Championship after a tough loss last year. The team is focused on their upcoming match against Gotham FC.
In the 2024 NWSL Championship, the Spirit lost a close match. A key moment was when Angelina may have fouled Leicy Santos before Barbra Banda scored the winning goal. Aubrey Kingsbury, the Spirit's goalkeeper, said during Media Day that the loss still affects the team.
Despite the disappointment, Kingsbury said the team is determined to return to the championship. "It kind of sits with you all offseason. Of course, it’s always been the goal to get back here," she said. The Spirit are now focused on their upcoming match against Gotham FC, hoping to use last year's experience as motivation.
Esme Morgan, another important player, shared her thoughts on the previous match. She admitted to thinking about the loss often but has since found peace with it. Now, she is ready to focus on the future and the challenge ahead in the championship game.
