The National Women's Soccer League final is set to be a grudge match between NY/NJ Gotham FC and the Washington Spirit, a fierce regional rivalry known for its high-energy play on the field.

The East Coast opponents will meet at PayPal Park in San Jose, California, at 8 p.m. ET Saturday (CBS/Paramount+) in the culmination of a highly competitive season for the women's league. It's their fourth matchup this year, in what fans have dubbed the "District v. Empire" feud.

Spirit defender Tara McKeown said after the semifinal that every time her team faces NY/NJ, "something crazy happens."

Emily Sonnett of NJ/NY Gotham FC clears the ball against Trinity Rodman of the Washington Spirit on Aug. 9.

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