NWSL Match Preview: Washington Spirit (9-4-5) vs. Seattle Reign FC (7-5-6)

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Venue & Match Details

Location: Audi Field, Washington, D.C.

Date: Sunday, September 7, 2025

Kickoff: 4:00 p.m. ET / 1:00 p.m. PT

Broadcast: Paramount+, NWSL+, FOX 13+ (Seattle market), international streaming in select territories

Weather Forecast (Washington, D.C. – Kickoff)

Conditions: Mostly sunny, warm

Temperature: ~81°F (27°C)

Wind: Light SSW at 5–7 mph

Precipitation: <5%

Impact: Ideal playing conditions — no weather disruptions expected

Injury Report

Washington Spirit

No major new injuries; full-strength squad expected

Trinity Rodman and Ashley Hatch available after recent international duty

Seattle Reign FC

No significant absences reported; Jessica Fishlock fit to start after minor knock last month

Recent Form

Washington – Last 5 (all comps): D‑W‑D‑D‑W

Most recent: 1‑1 draw vs. Chicago Stars FC

One loss in last 11 league matches

Seattle – Last 5 (all comps): D‑D‑D‑L‑W

Most recent: 0‑0 draw vs. San Diego Wave FC

One loss in last 7 away matches

Key Player Matchups

Ashley Hatch (WAS) vs. Claudia Dickey (SEA)

Hatch scored the game-winner in the last meeting; Dickey has 5 clean sheets this season.

Trinity Rodman (WAS) vs. Shae Holmes (SEA)

Rodman’s pace and creativity vs. Holmes’ defensive positioning.

Croix Bethune (WAS) vs. Jess Fishlock (SEA)

Midfield battle between a rising playmaker and a veteran leader.

Series History

All-Time: Seattle leads 14W‑8D‑10L

Recent: Washington has won the last two meetings, including a 2‑1 away win on May 23, 2025.

Betting Trends

Washington: 63% BTTS at home; 71% Over 2.5 goals in H2H last 7 meetings

Seattle: 89% BTTS in away matches; unbeaten in 6 of last 7 on the road

Head-to-Head: 76% BTTS rate historically

Match Outlook

Expect a high-tempo, open contest with both sides pushing for playoff positioning. Washington’s attacking trio of Hatch, Rodman, and Bethune will test Seattle’s back line, while the Reign’s midfield experience could create counterattacking chances. The Spirit’s home advantage and recent form make them slight favorites, but Seattle’s road resilience suggests this could be a close, goal-filled affair.

MATCH ODDS

Washington Spirit – 155                 Draw + 250         Seattle Reign FC + 360

Over 2.5 – 135                   Under 2.5 – 115

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, September 6, 2025

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