DC Power FC vs. Fort Lauderdale United FC
Venue: Audi Field; Washington, D.C.
Kickoff: Tuesday, May 20th; 7:00 p.m. ET
Weather: Cloudy with chance of rain, 56°
Broadcast: Peacocktv.com
Things to Know
- Tuesday is the first of two matches this week for both teams.
- DC is coming off a 2-1 loss to Spokane, while Fort Lauderdale recently picked up a 1-0 win against Lexington.
- The teams are 1-1-1 against each other this season. The away side won each of the first two matchups, and they finished in a 1-1 draw when they last met in April.
- DC was eliminated from playoff contention.
- DC captain Claire Constant is one yellow card away from a one-match suspension due to yellow card accumulation.
Players to Watch
DC – Carleigh Frilles: The forward has added another spark to DC’s offense alongside Gianna Gourley. Frilles nearly opened the scoring last week before the offside call, and she drew the penalty to get Power FC back in the match.
FTL – Jasmine Hamid: The winger has been one of Fort Lauderdale’s biggest assets all season. Her speed, skill and shots from distance have shown to be a problem for every defense across the league.
| DC Power FC | Fort Lauderdale United FC | |
| Head Coach | Phil Nana (Interim Coach) | Tyrone Mears |
| Club Record | 5-13-7 | 10-8-7 |
| Standings | 7th | 6th |
Brooklyn FC vs. Carolina Ascent FC
Venue: Maimonides Park; Brooklyn, NY
Kickoff: Saturday, May 24th; 2:00 p.m. ET
Weather: Partly cloudy, 64°
Broadcast: Peacocktv.com
Things to Know
- Saturday is Brooklyn’s last match of the regular season.
- Brooklyn did not play in Week 33. Its most recent match was a 2-2 draw against Spokane in Week 32. Carolina is coming off a 1-1 draw against Tampa Bay last week.
- Carolina clinched the Players’ Shield and will host its semifinal match.
- Carolina has a 2-0-1 record against Brooklyn this season. The team won 5-0 when they met in Charlotte in April.
- Carolina is 6-0-1 in its last seven games.
- Brooklyn’s Tori Hansen will be unavailable for selection due to a red card suspension.
Players to Watch
BKN – Jess Garziano: The St. John’s alum has scored in Brooklyn’s last two matches due to her high press and quick instincts in front of goal. She will be the biggest threat to Carolina’s defense and goalkeeper Samantha Leshnak Murphy.
CAR – Jill Aguilera: Aguilera currently leads the league in assists and chances created due to her ability to control the left flank and send in great crosses, along with her service on set pieces. Brooklyn will need to shut her down to prevent opportunities for the Ascent in the final third.
| Brooklyn FC | Carolina Ascent FC | |
| Head Coach | Kevin Tenjo (Interim Coach) | Philip Poole |
| Club Record | 10-9-8 | 13-5-8 |
| Standings | 5th | 1st |
Fort Lauderdale United FC vs. Dallas Trinity FC
Venue: Beyond Bancard Field; Fort Lauderdale, FL
Kickoff: Saturday, May 24th; 7:30 p.m. ET
Weather: Partly cloudy, 80°
Broadcast: Peacocktv.com
Things to Know
- Saturday will be Fort Lauderdale’s second match of the week. Dallas most recently lost 3-2 to DC Power on May 8.
- The teams are 1-1-1 against each other this season. The home side won each of the first two matchups, and they finished in a 1-1 draw when they last met in April.
- Both teams are still in the hunt for the final two playoff spots.
- Dallas will be without Sealey Strawn, who was called up to the U.S. U-20 National Team.
Players to Watch
FTL – Addie McCain: The last time FTL faced Dallas, it was a battle in the midfield that forced 10 duels and 10 tackles out of captain Addie McCain. The center mid will need to control the middle third and set the tone for the home side.
DAL – Madison White: Last week, Fort Lauderdale was shut down by Lexington goalkeeper Sarah Cox. White will need to be equally aggressive to thwart all the options FTL has on its offense.
| Fort Lauderdale United FC | Dallas Trinity FC | |
| Head Coach | Tyrone Mears | Pauline MacDonald |
| Club Record | 10-8-7 | 11-8-7 |
| Standings | 6th | 4th |
Tampa Bay Sun FC vs. DC Power FC
Venue: Riverfront Stadium; Tampa, FL
Kickoff: Saturday, May 24th; 7:30 p.m. ET
Weather: Clear skies, 73°
Broadcast: Peacocktv.com
Things to Know
- Saturday will be DC’s second match of the week. Tampa Bay most recently drew 1-1 with Carolina last week.
- Saturday is Tampa Bay’s last match of the regular season.
- Tampa Bay has clinched a spot in the playoffs.
- Tampa Bay has a 2-0-1 record against DC this season. The Sun most recently won 1-0 when the teams met in April.
Players to Watch
TB – Cecilie Fløe: The Danish forward has recorded two goals and two assists in the Sun’s last two matches. Fløe is sharp with the ball at her feet and can score in a variety of ways, making it tough for backlines to defend.
DC – Susanna Fitch: The outside back has started every match and leads the team in minutes played. She also ranks first in duels and tackles won, showing her defensive skills, while also getting into the attack and creating chances in the final third.
| Tampa Bay Sun FC | DC Power FC | |
| Head Coach | Denise Schilte-Brown | Phil Nana (Interim Coach) |
| Club Record | 11-6-10 | 5-13-7 |
| Standings | 2nd | 7th |