Matchweek 6 of the 2026 NWSL season delivered non-stop action, with stunning goals, historic milestones, and game-saving performances that kept fans on the edge of their seats. From a record-breaking teenager to a dramatic expansion clash, here are the top moments you need to know.
The Portland Thorns continued their dominance at the top of the table, securing a 2-0 victory over the Chicago Stars. At the heart of the action was 20-year-old attacking midfielder Olivia Moultrie, who scored one goal and assisted another. But the night was even more special for Moultrie: she became the youngest player in league history to reach 100 regular-season appearances, and she's now the 13th player to score in that milestone match. Talk about making a statement.
For the first time this season, two expansion teams faced off, and it was a thriller. The Boston Legacy hosted the Denver Summit, and the Swans staged a stunning comeback. Trailing 2-1 late in the game, they scored in the 90th minute and again in stoppage time (90+4) to snatch their first win of the season. A moment of pure resilience.
Over in Orlando, the Pride welcomed the Washington Spirit, and the first half alone was a goal-scoring clinic. Spirit forward Sofia Cantore wasted no time, netting the fastest brace from the start of a match in league history. But Orlando's Barbra Banda wasn't about to be outdone. She responded with a brace of her own, further cementing her spot at the top of the Golden Boot race. Meanwhile, Trinity Rodman added to her stellar season, scoring her third goal in as many games and recording two assists. That performance made her the third player—and the youngest ever—to reach 30 goals and 20 assists for a single club.
The Kansas City Current bounced back in style, snapping a rough patch with a 2-1 win over the North Carolina Courage. Goals from Croix Bethune and Michelle Cooper powered the victory, which also marked the Current's first away win of the season. A much-needed boost for the squad.
Finally, Bay FC notched their third win of the season with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over the San Diego Wave. The hero of the match? Goalkeeper Jordan Silkowitz, who came up huge with a penalty save to preserve the lead. She finished with six saves and earned her first clean sheet of 2026. Impressively, Silkowitz has now saved three of the four penalties she's faced in her NWSL career—a stat that's turning heads across the league.
From historic milestones to dramatic comebacks, Matchweek 6 had it all. Which moment was your favorite?