The Athletic(@TheAthletic):After the NWSL quarterfinals, the focus should be on who will book a place in the championship match on Nov. 21. Instead, it's been about poor field quality, small stadiums, unfair compromises and the logistical labyrinth that has been the NWSL’s efforts to secure suitable venues for two of its biggest teams ahead of their semifinal matches.

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After the NWSL quarterfinals, the focus should be on who will book a place in the championship match on Nov. 21. Instead, it's been about poor field quality, small stadiums, unfair compromises and the logistical labyrinth that has been the NWSL’s efforts to secure suitable venues for two of its biggest teams ahead of their semifinal matches.