Dash Host Shield-Winning Current on Fan Appreciation Night
The Houston Dash host the Kansas City Current tonight on Fan Appreciation Night, their final home match of the season. With two games remaining, the Dash sit six points outside the playoff spots, while Kansas City holds firm atop the standings having already clinched the NWSL Shield.
When: Saturday, October 18 | 6:30 PM CT
Where: Shell Energy Stadium; Houston, Texas
TV/Stream: ION
Radio: Deportes Nation
Playing for Pride
Dash fans were left wondering what’s next after last week’s loss to Angel City FC. With the playoffs now nearly out of reach (more on that in a bit), the best thing Houston can do is play for pride — and perhaps spoil Kansas City’s run by snapping an unbeaten streak that dates back to May 11. A win might not change their postseason fate, but it would send a strong message about the team’s rebuilding process and what’s to come.
Not Technically Out
Six points off the playoff line with two games remaining, the Dash would need to win both to even have a chance. But that alone wouldn’t be enough — they’d also need Racing Louisville and the North Carolina Courage to lose their final two matches. That’s a tall order, especially since both sides face Bay FC, who are already eliminated, while Houston must take on an unbeaten Kansas City and a tough Portland team. It would take a lot of small miracles for the big one to happen.
The KC Standard
The 2025 season has made one thing clear: Kansas City is the standard every team should aspire to. The Current haven’t lost since May, have developed young talent, made sharp signings like Ally Sentnor, and set new league records — all backed by top-tier infrastructure. They’ve shown not only that they mean business, but that they can beat anyone, anywhere, anytime. The Dash will face a major test in their final home match of the season, with fans hoping for one last spark to end the year on a high note.
Availability Report
Houston Dash – Out: Evelina Duljan (ankle), Maggie Graham (SEI-shoulder), Amanda West (SEI-knee), Sophie Schmidt (SEI-knee), Christen Westphal (illness)
Kansas City Current - Out: Alana Cook (SEI), Vanessa DiBernardo (maternity leave), Clare Gagne (SEI), Kristen Hamilton (hip); Questionable: Temwa Chawinga (knee)
Predicted Lineup
