As the 2025 NWSL season approaches its conclusion, both the North Carolina Courage and Angel City FC find themselves in a critical position to secure playoff spots. The match on Saturday, September 13, at 12:30 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+ serves as a crucial moment for both teams.
The Courage, sitting in 11th place, are winless in their last five matches and recently dealt star midfielder Jaedyn Shaw to Gotham FC. In contrast, 10th-place Angel City has made just one win in their last five outings and is seeking to regain momentum following the departure of their top player, Alyssa Thompson, to Chelsea FC.
Despite their struggles, Angel City, now under the guidance of German coach Alez Strauss, has made strategic additions, acquiring Nealy Martin and defender Sara Doorsoun-Khajeh to bolster their squad.
Match Details:
- Date: Saturday, September 13
- Time: 12:30 p.m. ET
- Location: First Horizon Stadium, Cary, NC
- TV: CBS
- Live Stream: Paramount+
- Odds: NC Courage +125; Draw +220; Angel City +165
“I’m very happy that Nealy is here. She has won in this league with Gotham, and she knows what it takes to win. That’s a big thing for us.” — Alez Strauss
The urgency is palpable as the season winds down. Both teams must tackle their respective challenges head-on to regain their footing in the playoff race.
