Seattle Reign vs. Houston Dash: Gamethread

Seattle Reign continue their push for the playoffs with a road match against the Houston Dash. The match kicks off at Shell Energy Stadium at 5:30 PM PT and will air locally on KONG TV. The game will stream on NWSL+ and KING5+.

The Reign enter the weekend five points out of a playoff position. Bay FC, currently occupying that final spot, fell to the Orlando Pride on Friday evening. Racing Louisville, two points above the Reign, take on the North Carolina Courage today, while Angel City, sitting one point above the Reign, face Portland on Monday. If both teams above the Reign fail to get points, the Reign could jump them in the standings with a win in Houston. But they have to get three points.

Match preview: Seattle Reign vs. Houston Dash
The Reign look to get back to winning ways with a road trip to Houston.

What to Watch

  • Early pressure: It will be hot, with temperatures dropping just below 90 at kickoff and humidity nearing 50%. The Reign don't want to be chasing this game. Can they get an early goal and make the Dash chase?
  • Wing play: Houston plays in a three-back, which can leave them vulnerable on the flanks. Can the Reign take advantage?
  • Better possession: The Reign struggled last week to build out of the back, giving away the ball too easily as Gotham pressed. Can they be better against Houston with the ball?

Referees

Lineups

Highlights

50' - Reign can't get the ball out of their half, and they are punished by Yuki Nagasato.

Injury / Availability Report

Seattle Reign

OUT: Ryanne Brown (SEI – knee), Jess Fishlock (leg), Olivia Van der Jagt (excused absence)
QUESTIONABLE: Jordyn Huitema (illness)
INTERNATIONAL DUTY: Emeri Adames (USA), Jordyn Bugg (USA)

Houston Dash

OUT: Ramona Bachman (thigh), Belle Briede (concussion), Natalie Jacobs (concussion), Katie Lind (maternity leave), Havana Solaun (knee), Tarciane (shoulder), Kiki Van Zanten (SEI - foot), Amanda West (D45 - knee)
QUESTIONABLE: Madison Ayson (foot), Paige Nielsen (calf), Sophie Schmidt (lower leg)

How to Watch

Date/Time: Saturday, September 21, 5:30 PM PT

Location: Shell Energy Stadium, Houston

TV: KONG TV

Streaming: KING5+ app, NWSL+ (U.S./International)

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