The National Women’s Soccer League action continued on Saturday with four games scheduled across the United States. Gotham FC started the weekend with a 2-0 road win at Racing Louisville, remaining unbeaten in 10. Draws were a theme, with the Washington Spirit breaking San Diego Wave hearts and splitting the points 1-1. Orlando Pride missed a chance to move to the top after a goalless draw against North Carolina. In the final game, Jane Campbell saved a penalty to ensure Houston Dash and Angel City FC’s match ended goalless.
Looking at the table, Orlando Pride are second, with Washington Spirit one point back in third. Gotham FC is fourth, three points behind, but has a game in hand. North Carolina Courage is seventh, Racing Louisville eighth, and San Diego Wave ninth. Houston Dash is one spot above Angel City FC in 10th place.
On Sunday, a derby is scheduled as Seattle Reign, currently in 13th place, host rivals Portland Thorns, who are in fifth. Later, Bay FC in 12th place will welcome Utah Royals in 14th place.
Croix Bethune was named Player of the Night after scoring a 96th-minute equalizer in front of a record 19,897 fans for Washington. Ella Stevens’ crisp one-time finish sealed all three points for Gotham on the road, making her the first player to score in three straight regular-season road games this season.
