NWSL playoffs

The NWSL (National Women's Soccer League) playoffs are a postseason tournament that determines the league champion. After the regular season, the top teams qualify for the playoffs based on their standings. The playoff format typically involves single-elimination matches, where teams compete in knockout rounds—quarterfinals, semifinals, and a final—until one team emerges victorious. The team that wins the final game is crowned the league champion. The playoffs create an exciting conclusion to the season, showcasing the best teams in high-stakes matches to crown the overall champion of the NWSL.