Breaking down the November 2024 schedule for Gotham FC and NYCFC

The 2024 seasons are winding down for New York City FC and NJ/NY Gotham FC. The Pigeons are in the middle of the first round of the playoffs, in which the team lost the first match. Then, the Bats have one more regular season game left before they host a playoff game for the first time.

Since there are many unknowns for the rest of the season, like whether the sides move on past the first round, there are only a few matches known for Gotham and NYCFC. That is why this will be the last month of breaking down the schedule for the year and why the two teams were combined.

There is always a chance the teams can play throughout the entire postseason. Truthfully, Gotham probably has a stronger chance compared to NYCFC. So, let's take a look at the November schedule of games that will be played.

The November 2024 schedule for Gotham FC and NYCFC

Friday, November 1: Gotham FC vs Utah Royals FC

Gotham FC will play the final match of the regular season on the road against Utah Royals FC. The Bats' unbeaten streak of 11 games in all competitions came to an end during the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup finals. The ladies sadly lost to the Kansas City Current. However, the NWSL unbeaten streak of seven is still alive. Therefore, the Bats will be playing to continue the streak and to try and move up in the standings. They sit in third place right now but could finish in second, third, or fourth. That is why this will be a critical fixture. Gotham will want to beat Utah on the road, but it will not be easy.

Saturday, November 2: NYCFC vs FC Cincinnati

As mentioned, NYCFC lost their first playoff game to FC Cincinnati. The Queens' team still has at least one more fixture to play and will welcome the Orange and Blue to Citi Field. The team's recent home results have been solid, so there is hope they can win to force another game. If they do, then the next matchup will be back in Cincinnati. Of course, the Pigeons have to play much better offensively compared to Monday, for it was terrible. Goals are a must. Otherwise, NYCFC will play for the last time in 2024.

Sunday, November 10: Gotham FC vs TBD

The playoffs will begin for Gotham FC on November 10. The Bats do not know their opponent yet, but they do know they will host the match. This will be the first time the NJ/NY side hosts a playoff game in their team history. With the way the ladies have been playing, it is easy to see them winning in the quarterfinals. In addition, based on the standings, Gotham FC could host any of the teams in fifth to eighth place. While they will not host the team in eighth, the teams in sixth to ninth place are separated by four points. As such, it is impossible to predict which team will travel to Red Bull Arena.