Eighth-seeded Gotham FC was only minutes away from pulling off an all-time playoff upset Sunday before the top-seeded Kansas City Current scored an equalizer in stoppage time and forced overtime.

In the end, it didn’t matter because Gotham managed to win anyway as they put a stunning end to the Current’s historic season.

Katie Stengel scored the game-winning goal in the 121st minute to lift Gotham to a 2-1 win in the quarterfinals.

Gotham FC celebrates Katie Stengel’s game-winning goal over Kansas City on Nov. 9, 2025. NWSL via Getty Images

Not only did Sunday mark Gotham’s first win in club history against Kansas City but it also resulted in the Current’s first loss at CPKC Stadium this season.

With the victory, Gotham are headed to their third straight semifinals and are set to pla

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