Venue: Audi Field — Washington, D.C.
Kickoff: 7:30 PM ET
Broadcast: Paramount+ / NWSL+ / Local affiliates
Audi Field has been one of the league’s toughest venues for visiting teams.
WEATHER REPORT — WASHINGTON, D.C.
Temperature: 63–66°F at kickoff
Wind: 6–9 mph blowing toward the north endline
Sky: Clear
Impact:
Ideal conditions for possession‑based play
Slight boost for long‑range attempts
No meaningful weather‑related advantage for either side
INJURY REPORT
Washington Spirit
Trinity Rodman — day‑to‑day (ankle)
Andi Sullivan — day‑to‑day (hamstring)
Sam Staab — IL (knee)
Haley Hopkins — day‑to‑day (illness)
Aubrey Kingsbury — active (no restrictions)
Washington’s midfield depth is stretched if Sullivan is limited.
Orlando Pride
Marta — day‑to‑day (groin)
Adriana — IL (shoulder)
Summer Yates — IL (foot)
Morgan Gautrat — day‑to‑day (back)
Anna Moorhouse — active (no restrictions)
Orlando’s attack is missing Adriana, their most dynamic winger.
TEAM RECORDS & RECENT FORM
Washington Spirit (3‑1‑3)
Last 5: 2‑1‑2
Goals For: 10
Goals Against: 8
Home Record: 2‑0‑1
Washington has been strong at Audi Field, leaning on defensive structure and transition play.
Orlando Pride (2‑2‑2)
Last 5: 2‑2‑1
Goals For: 7
Goals Against: 7
Road Record: 1‑1‑1
Orlando is balanced but inconsistent, especially in the final third.
KEY PLAYER MATCHUPS
1. Trinity Rodman (WAS) vs. Kylie Strom (ORL)
Rodman’s pace and 1v1 ability are elite. Strom is physical and positionally disciplined but can be exposed in transition.
Micro‑edge: Washington
2. Ouleye Sarr (WAS) vs. Emily Sams (ORL)
Sarr’s vertical runs stretch back lines. Sams has improved but struggles against pace.
Micro‑edge: Washington
3. Marta (ORL) vs. Washington Midfield
If active, Marta’s creativity remains unmatched. Washington’s midfield without Sullivan loses composure and ball retention.
Micro‑edge: Orlando (if Marta plays)
4. Aubrey Kingsbury (WAS) vs. Barbra Banda (ORL)
Banda is one of the league’s most dangerous strikers:
3 goals in last 4 matches
Elite aerial presence
Kingsbury’s shot‑stopping is top‑tier, but Washington’s back line must track Banda’s movement.
Micro‑edge: Even
SERIES HISTORY
2025 Season: Washington won both meetings
Last 10 meetings: Washington leads 6‑2‑2
At Audi Field: Washington is 4‑1‑1 vs. Orlando
The Spirit have historically controlled this matchup.
BETTING TRENDS
Washington Spirit
4‑1‑2 in last 7 home matches
Over is 5‑2 in last 7
6‑2‑2 in last 10 vs. Orlando
Orlando Pride
2‑3‑2 in last 7 road matches
Under is 6‑4 in last 10
1‑4‑1 in last 6 vs. Washington
Washington trends strongly at home.
MATCH ODDS
Washington Sprit – 135
Orlando Pride + 210
Draw + 245
Over 2.5 -115 Under 2.5 – 105
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 1, 2026
