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The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) action didn’t disappoint this weekend as Angel City FC, Orlando Pride, and the Washington Spirit each delivered standout performances. From long-range rockets to lockdown defense, let’s dive into what went down and what it means moving forward — especially for fans and bettors alike.
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Angel City FC Stays Hot with 3-1 Win Over Houston
Angel City FC made a strong statement on the road, dominating the Houston Dash 3-1 to extend their unbeaten run to four matches (2-0-2, 8 points). The win was powered by first-half stunners from Macey Hodge and Riley Tiernan, and a solo finish in the 86th minute by rising star Alyssa Thompson.
- Hodge and Tiernan each scored from outside the 18, showcasing Angel City’s attacking variety.
- Thompson’s pace and one-on-one ability sealed the match late.
- Barbara Olivieri pulled one back for Houston in the 61st, but it wasn’t enough.
Goalkeeper Jane Campbell had three saves in a losing effort as Houston dropped to 1-2-1 on the year.
Orlando Pride Defend Perfection, Shut Out Reign 1-0
Barbra Banda continued her electric run by scoring in the 41st minute, giving Orlando Pride a 1-0 victory over Seattle Reign FC. The Pride remain undefeated at 4-0-0, with a stunning +10 goal differential (11 scored, just 1 allowed).
- Summer Yates delivered the assist with a pinpoint cross.
- Goalkeeper Anna Moorhouse recorded five saves in a composed outing.
- Seattle, now 1-2-1, couldn’t get their attack going despite three saves by Claudia Dickey.
Orlando is quickly becoming a top futures contender. See what our Expert Betting Guide says about their long-term title odds.
Washington Spirit Silence Louisville 2-0
The Washington Spirit are back in form, earning their second straight win with a clean 2-0 performance over Racing Louisville FC. They now sit at 3-1-0 with 9 points, climbing the top tier of the standings.
- Leicy Santos opened the scoring with a brilliant free kick from distance.
- Ashley Hatch sealed the result in the 75th minute with a precise header off a corner.
- Goalkeeper Aubrey Kingsbury made four saves to earn the clean sheet.
Louisville (1-2-1) was outplayed but had goalkeeper Katie Lund to thank for keeping the match respectable.
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What’s Next?
Here’s where these teams stand heading into next week:
| Team | Record | Points | Form |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Pride | 4-0-0 | 12 | WWWW |
| Washington Spirit | 3-1-0 | 9 | WWLW |
| Angel City FC | 2-0-2 | 8 | WWDD |
| Racing Louisville | 1-2-1 | 4 | LWDL |
| Houston Dash | 1-2-1 | 4 | DLWL |
| Seattle Reign | 1-2-1 | 4 | WLLD |
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Final Takeaways
- Angel City’s attack is heating up, with three different scorers contributing on the road.
- Orlando continues to dominate, and their backline is one of the best in the league.
- Washington is quietly building consistency, making them one to watch in future matchups.
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