Results
225 completed games, most recent first. Final scores with a short recap of how each one played out.
Orlando Pride cruise past Houston Dash
Orlando Pride dominated the match, creating 2.67 expected goals compared to Houston Dash's 1.42, and secured a 2-1 victory. Luana scored for Orlando in the 36th minute, and Solai Washington added a goal in the 73rd. Jane Campbell made 4 saves for Houston, while Cosette Morche conceded 1 for Orlando. Orlando Pride sit 11 of 16 on 36 points, 6 points ahead of Houston Dash on 30 points.
Bay FC held to a draw despite controlling play.
Bay FC created chances worth 1.43 expected goals to Portland Thorns FC's 1.58 expected goals, but were held to a 2-2 draw. Bay FC's Kennedy Fuller scored her first goal of the season in the 66th minute, while Portland Thorns FC's Caiya Hanks scored in the 80th minute. Bay FC's Karlie Lema was the match's top creator with two assists, while Portland Thorns FC's Nina Nijstad was the match's top creator with one assist. Bay FC's Jordan Silkowitz made three saves and conceded two, while Portland Thorns FC's Mackenzie Arnold made three saves and conceded two. Bay FC sit 14th in the standings, while Portland Thorns FC sit 7th in the standings, 17 points ahead of Bay FC.
Seattle Reign FC cruise past Chicago Stars FC
Seattle Reign FC won 3-1, with Simone Charley scoring the only goal for Chicago Stars FC. Seattle Reign FC created 1.43 expected goals, while Chicago Stars FC created 0.57 expected goals. Seattle Reign FC made their chances count, while Chicago Stars FC failed to convert their chances. Seattle Reign FC sit 26 points ahead of Chicago Stars FC in the standings. Seattle Reign FC are 26 points ahead of Chicago Stars FC in the standings.
Washington Spirit's clinical win over Gotham FC
Washington Spirit defeated NJ/NY Gotham FC 1-0, a result that was perfectly controlled and deserved, as the hosts created 1.12 expected goals to the visitors' 0.41. Spirit's Lucia Di Guglielmo scored the only goal, while Sandy MacIver made 2 saves and conceded 0, while Ann-Katrin Berger made 5 saves and conceded 1. Spirit sit 3 of 16 on 52 pts, while Gotham FC sit 1 of 16 on 55 pts. Points gap: NJ/NY Gotham FC are 3 points ahead of Washington Spirit in the standings.
Kansas City Current cruise past Utah Royals FC
Kansas City Current cruised past Utah Royals FC in a 2-0 victory, creating 1.98 expected goals to Utah Royals FC's 1.06 expected goals. Haley Hopkins scored twice for Kansas City, while Utah Royals FC failed to capitalize on their chances. Kansas City Current now sit 1 point ahead of Utah Royals FC in the standings.
San Diego Wave FC edge out North Carolina Courage in tight contest
San Diego Wave FC edged out North Carolina Courage in a tight 2-1 win at the Legacy Stadium. Wave FC created 1.27 expected goals, while Courage created 1.14. Wave FC scored twice, with Trinity Byars and Melanie Barcenas finding the net, while Courage's lone goal came from Vilde Bøe Risa. Wave FC goalkeeper Sandra Paños made 3 saves and conceded 1, while Courage goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan made 3 saves and conceded 2. Wave FC sit 2 of 16 on 54 pts, 12 points ahead of Courage's 9 of 16 on 42 pts.
Angel City FC cruise past Denver Summit FC
Angel City FC made their chances count in a convincing 3-2 victory over Denver Summit FC, despite the hosts creating the better chances (1.60 vs 0.74 expected goals). Melissa Kössler and Lindsey Heaps scored for Denver Summit FC, while Ally Sentnor, Sveindís Jónsdóttir, and Taylor Suarez netted for Angel City FC. Angel City FC sit 8 points ahead of Denver Summit FC in the standings after the match.
Legacy FC cruise past Louisville in controlled win.
Legacy FC dominated the match, controlling the pace and creating the better chances with 1.98 expected goals compared to Louisville's 1.28. Despite the visitors scoring once, the hosts' superior quality of play ensured a 2-1 victory. Legacy FC now sits 8 points ahead of Louisville in the standings, showcasing their dominance in the league.
Gotham FC and Angel City FC draw despite high chances created
Gotham FC created chances worth 2.88 expected goals, while Angel City FC created chances worth 1.79 expected goals. Gotham FC scored 1 goal from those chances, while Angel City FC scored 1 goal from those chances. Gotham FC sits 1 of 16 on 55 pts, while Angel City FC sits 5 of 16 on 46 pts. Gotham FC are 9 points ahead of Angel City FC in the standings.
Denver Summit FC cruise past Chicago Stars FC.
Denver Summit FC, who created 2.23 expected goals to 0.45 for Chicago Stars FC, won 3-0, and their 21-point lead in the standings is further cemented.
Spirit cruise past Dash, clinching top spot with dominant performance
Washington Spirit dominated Houston Dash in a 3-2 victory, creating 2.70 expected goals compared to the Dash's 1.03. Miljana Ivanovic scored twice for the Dash, while Tara Rudd, Sofia Cantore, and Clara Luvanga each netted for the Spirit. Jane Campbell made 5 saves for the Dash, while Sandy MacIver conceded 2 for the Spirit. The Spirit now sit 3 of 16 on 52 points, 22 points ahead of the Dash in the standings.
Racing Louisville FC vs. Utah Royals FC: A Close Encounter Ends in a Draw
Racing Louisville FC held their own against Utah Royals FC in a tightly contested match, with both teams creating chances worth 1.40 expected goals. Despite the high level of play, the hosts couldn't find the back of the net, while the visitors scored once through Brecken Mozingo. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, leaving both teams tied in the standings.
Kansas City Current win 5-1 Bay FC, over-rewarded for chances created
Kansas City Current won 5-1 Bay FC, over-rewarded for chances created. Debinha scored 3, Haley Hopkins scored 1, and Temwa Chawinga scored 1. Lorena made 3 saves and conceded 1. Jordan Silkowitz made 4 saves and conceded 5. Debinha took 5 shots, 4 on target. Haley Hopkins took 7 shots, 4 on target. Michelle Cooper took 4 shots, 1 on target. Alex Pfeiffer took 4 shots, 0 on target.
Legacy FC makes late push to grab 3-point lead
Legacy FC made their chances count in the final minute to grab a 4-2 win over the Thorns. Legacy FC created 2.85 expected goals, while the Thorns created 2.71 expected goals. Legacy FC scored 4 from their chances, while the Thorns scored 2 from theirs. The Thorns were 12 points ahead in the standings before this game. Legacy FC are 12 points ahead in the standings now.
Wave FC Clinches Victory Against Pride in Close Encounter
San Diego Wave FC won 2-1 against Orlando Pride in a thrilling match that saw Wave FC make fewer chances count but were clinical in converting their opportunities. Wave FC's Lia Godfrey scored the first goal, followed by Gia Corley, while Pride's Barbra Banda netted the only goal. Sandra Paños made 2 saves for Wave FC, while Cosette Morche conceded 2 for Pride. Wave FC created chances worth 1.15 expected goals, while Pride created 1.70 expected goals. Wave FC's win was against the run of play, as Pride created the better chances. Wave FC now sits 2nd in the standings with 54 points, 18 points ahead of Pride, who sit 11th with 36 points.
Courage cruise past Reign in fine-margin clash.
North Carolina Courage's Gianna Paul scored the only goal of a fine-margin 1-0 victory over Seattle Reign FC. The Courage created chances worth 0.59 expected goals, while the Reign created chances worth 0.81 expected goals. The result over-rewarded the Reign, who should have had more than 0 goals from 0.81 expected goals. The Courage sit 9 of 16 on 42 pts, while the Reign sit 8 of 16 on 43 pts. Seattle Reign FC are 1 point ahead of North Carolina Courage in the standings. Gianna Paul took 4 shots, 1 on target, and Claudia Dickey conceded 1. Kailen Sheridan made 5 saves and conceded 0. There were 4 yellow cards in the match, with 2 for the Reign and 2 for the Courage.
Bay FC 1 - 3 Orlando Pride
Bay FC created the better chances against Orlando Pride, but the visitors made fewer chances count. Orlando Pride won 3-1, despite Bay FC being worth 2.81 expected goals to 1.21 expected goals. Bay FC sits 14th in the standings, while Orlando Pride are 9 points ahead in 11th.
North Carolina Courage failed to capitalize on 1.44 expected goals, falling 1-2 to Utah Royals FC.
Utah Royals FC made fewer chances count and won 2-1 against the run of play, despite North Carolina Courage creating the better chances (1.44 vs 0.73). Utah Royals FC scored 2 from chances worth only 0.73 expected goals, so the result over-rewarded them (they made their chances count). Utah Royals FC sit 6 of 16 on 46 pts. North Carolina Courage sit 9 of 16 on 42 pts. Utah Royals FC are 4 points ahead of North Carolina Courage in the standings.
Kansas City Current edge Denver Summit FC in a tightly contested matchup.
Kansas City Current edged Denver Summit FC 4-1 in a tightly contested matchup. Despite the visitors creating more chances (0.77 vs. 3.09 expected goals), the hosts made their chances count. Haley Hopkins scored three goals, while Temwa Chawinga added a fourth, securing a well-deserved victory for the Kansas City Current.
Angel City FC wins tight match against Washington Spirit
Washington Spirit created chances worth 0.74 expected goals, while Angel City FC created chances worth 0.97 expected goals. Despite the higher chances created, Angel City FC won 1-0. Maiara Niehues scored the only goal for Angel City FC, playing just 5 minutes. Sandy MacIver, the Spirit goalkeeper, made 2 saves and conceded 1, while Angelina Anderson made 2 saves and conceded 0. Angel City FC sits 5 of 16 on 46 points, 6 points behind Washington Spirit on 52 points.
Portland Thorns FC held to draw despite controlling play
Portland Thorns FC created chances worth 2.40 expected goals, yet scored only 1. Houston Dash, with chances worth 0.43 expected goals, managed to score 1. Portland Thorns FC sit 7 of 16 on 44 pts. Houston Dash sit 13 of 16 on 30 pts. Portland Thorns FC are 14 points ahead of Houston Dash in the standings.
Wave's Dominance: San Diego Wins 2-0 Over Louisville
San Diego Wave FC showcased their dominance in the NWSL with a commanding 2-0 victory over Racing Louisville FC, marking their 15th consecutive win. Despite creating 2.99 expected goals, the Wave failed to capitalize, while Louisville created 1.35 expected goals and scored none. Sandra Paños made 1 save for the Wave, while Jordyn Bloomer made 7 saves for Louisville, conceding 2 goals. The result highlighted the Wave's superior chance quality and solidified their 30-point lead over Louisville in the standings.
Gotham FC edge Chicago Stars in thrilling 3-1 victory
Gotham FC won a thrilling 3-1 victory over Chicago Stars FC, creating 2.37 expected goals compared to 0.74 for the visitors. Sam Kerr scored once for Gotham FC, while Tessa Dellarose netted for the Stars. Ann-Katrin Berger made zero saves for Gotham FC, while Alyssa Naeher made four saves for the Stars. The win gave Gotham FC a 38-point lead over the Stars in the standings.
Seattle Reign FC cruise past Boston Legacy FC
Seattle Reign FC made their chances count, winning 2-0 over Boston Legacy FC. Jess Fishlock scored twice in 67 minutes, with Claudia Dickey making 2 saves to keep the score clean. Seattle Reign FC created 1.11 expected goals, while Boston Legacy FC created only 0.53.
Houston Dash win 2-1 against Boston Legacy FC in thrilling match.
Houston Dash won 2-1 against Boston Legacy FC, despite the hosts creating more chances (1.58 vs 0.96 expected goals) and being 2 points ahead in the standings. Houston Dash's Danielle Colaprico scored once, while Boston Legacy FC's Aïssata Traoré netted once. Casey Murphy made 4 saves for Boston Legacy FC, while Jane Campbell made 10 saves for Houston Dash.
Washington Spirit dominate Chicago Stars in thrilling 3-0 victory.
Washington Spirit dominated Chicago Stars in a thrilling 3-0 victory, creating the better chances (1.92 vs. 1.01) and making their chances count. Andi Sullivan scored 1 goal, Trinity Rodman scored 1 goal, and Tamara Bolt scored 1 goal. Sandy MacIver made 5 saves and conceded 0, while Alyssa Naeher made 1 save and conceded 3. Washington Spirit are now 35 points ahead of Chicago Stars FC in the standings. Chicago Stars FC sit 16 of 16 on 17 pts.
Bay FC cruise past Louisville for 3-point lead in standings
Bay FC created chances worth 2.43 expected goals, while Racing Louisville FC was worth 0.62 expected goals. Bay FC won 2-0, with Karlie Lema scoring 1 goal and Alex Pfeiffer scoring 1 goal. Bay FC sit 14 of 16 on 27 pts, while Racing Louisville FC sit 15 of 16 on 24 pts. Bay FC are 3 points ahead of Racing Louisville FC in the standings. Bay FC both won and created the better chances, so calling the win controlled or deserved is fair.
Angel City FC cruise past Utah Royals FC in thrilling 3-0 victory.
Angel City FC dominated the match, creating the better chances and making their chances count. Utah Royals FC struggled to create any meaningful chances, ultimately falling 3-0 to Angel City FC.
Portland Thorns FC cruise past Orlando Pride in 4-1 win
Portland Thorns FC dominated the match, creating 3.45 expected goals to Orlando Pride's 1.13, securing a 4-1 victory. Despite being out-created, Orlando Pride managed to score once, thanks to Ally Lemos' goal, but their chances were worth only 1.13 expected goals. Portland Thorns FC's goals came from Nina Nijstad, Sophia Wilson, Renee Lyles, and Morgan Weaver, with Mackenzie Arnold making 5 saves and conceding 1. Portland Thorns FC now sit 8 points ahead of Orlando Pride in the standings, with a 16-point gap.
Gotham FC Clinches Summit Title with Dominant Win Over Courage
Gotham FC dominated the Courage with a 2-1 victory, creating 1.45 expected goals compared to the Courage's 0.92. Jordynn Dudley scored twice, while Natalia Staude netted for the Courage. Gotham FC now sits atop the standings with a 13-point lead over the Courage.
Summit edge Seattle 2-1 on the run of play
The hosts scored twice, creating chances worth 1.87 expected goals, while the visitors were worth 1.22 expected goals. The hosts sit 10th in the standings, 5 points behind the Seattle Reign FC. The hosts created the better chances and won 2-1.
San Diego Wave FC cruise past Kansas City Current
San Diego Wave FC secured a commanding 2-0 victory over Kansas City Current, with Kennedy Wesley scoring the only goal of the match. The hosts created 2.53 expected goals, significantly outperforming the visitors who generated only 0.91 expected goals. San Diego Wave FC now sits 7 points ahead of Kansas City Current in the standings.
Bay FC make their chances count, despite being out-created in a 2-2 draw with Denver Summit FC.
Bay FC made their chances count, despite being out-created in a 2-2 draw with Denver Summit FC. Bay FC created chances worth 1.14 expected goals, so the result over-rewarded them (they made their chances count). Denver Summit FC created chances worth 3.67 expected goals, so the result under-rewarded them (they should have had more). Bay FC sit 14 of 16 on 27 pts. Denver Summit FC sit 10 of 16 on 38 pts. Points gap: Denver Summit FC are 11 points ahead of Bay FC in the standings. Abby Smith (Denver Summit FC goalkeeper) made 3 saves and conceded 2. Jordan Silkowitz (Bay FC goalkeeper) made 7 saves and conceded 2. Melissa Kössler took 4 shots, 2 on target.
Angel City FC cruise past Seattle Reign FC
Angel City FC won 3-1 against Seattle Reign FC, with Ary Borges scoring the only goal of the match. Angel City created chances worth 1.63 expected goals, while Seattle created 0.56 expected goals. The result was over-rewarding for Angel City, who sit 3 points ahead of Seattle in the standings.
Boston Legacy FC cruise past Washington Spirit.
Boston Legacy FC scored three goals on 2.10 expected goals, while Washington Spirit scored zero on 0.47 expected goals. Boston Legacy FC made their chances count, while Washington Spirit failed to capitalize on their opportunities. Boston Legacy FC won 3-0, and their points gap over Washington Spirit is 20 points.
Thorns held to draw despite controlling play
Portland Thorns FC, the top team in the league, held Chicago Stars FC to a 1-1 draw despite dominating the game. The hosts created chances worth 1.49 expected goals, compared to the visitors' 0.81 expected goals. Portland Thorns FC's goal came from an own goal by Taylor Wood, scored by Chicago Stars FC. Portland Thorns FC sits 7 of 16 on 44 pts, while Chicago Stars FC sits 16 of 16 on 17 pts. Portland Thorns FC are 27 points ahead of Chicago Stars FC in the standings.
San Diego Wave FC narrowly edge North Carolina Courage
San Diego Wave FC narrowly edged North Carolina Courage 2-1, despite the visitors creating more chances (1.02 vs. 0.84 expected goals). Gia Corley and Melanie Barcenas scored for the hosts, who made their chances count, while Ashley Sanchez scored for the visitors. San Diego Wave FC sit 12 points ahead of the Courage in the standings.
Seattle Reign FC cruise past Bay FC, control game with 2-0 win
Seattle Reign FC dominated Bay FC in a 2-0 win, controlling the game from start to finish. The hosts created 1.77 expected goals, significantly out-creating the visitors who only generated 0.92 expected goals. Despite the 16-point gap in the standings, Seattle Reign FC showed they are still a formidable force in the league, with standout performances from Sofia Huerta and Brittany Ratcliffe.
Utah Royals FC cruise past Houston Dash 1-0
Utah Royals FC dominated the Houston Dash with 1.12 expected goals to 0.26, securing a commanding 1-0 victory. Mina Tanaka scored the only goal, while Jane Campbell made five saves for the Dash. Utah Royals FC now lead the league by 16 points.
Gotham FC Clinches Victory Against Louisville
Gotham FC won 2-1 against Racing Louisville FC in a match where the hosts created more chances worth 2.55 expected goals, but could not capitalize on them. Gotham FC, on the other hand, created fewer chances worth 1.01 expected goals, but made fewer chances count, scoring 2 goals and holding off Louisville's 1 goal. Gotham FC's win was clinical and against the run of play, as they are currently 31 points ahead of Louisville in the standings.
Kansas City Current hold Orlando Pride to 2-2 draw
Kansas City Current held Orlando Pride to a 2-2 draw at home, with Elizabeth Ball and Temwa Chawinga scoring for the hosts. Despite the result, the hosts were worth 2.70 expected goals, while the visitors were only worth 0.61 expected goals. Kansas City Current sit 4 of 16 on 47 pts, 11 points ahead of Orlando Pride, who sit 11 of 16 on 36 pts.
Summit edge Angel City in a clinical draw
Denver Summit FC scored three goals against the run of play to edge Angel City FC 3-3 in a match that was well-contested but ultimately decided by the quality of the chances created. Summit FC was worth 1.55 expected goals, while Angel City FC was worth 3.45 expected goals. Despite the difference in expected goals, Summit FC managed to make their chances count, while Angel City FC failed to capitalize on their numerous opportunities. Angel City FC sits 5 of 16 on 46 pts, while Denver Summit FC sits 10 of 16 on 38 pts. The result over-rewarded Summit FC, who are 8 points behind Angel City FC in the standings.
Summit FC cruise past Gotham FC in convincing win
Denver Summit FC held NJ/NY Gotham FC to a 3-0 shutout, making their chances count and demonstrating superior quality in the process. The hosts created chances worth 1.36 expected goals, compared to the visitors' 0.78. Yazmeen Ryan scored 1 goal, Yuzuki Yamamoto added another, and Olivia Thomas scored in the 12th minute. Kat Asman was a wall in goal, saving 4 shots and conceding 0. Ann-Katrin Berger conceded 3 shots and made 1 save. Gotham FC, still struggling, sit 17 points ahead of Summit FC in the standings. The result was a clinical display of skill and execution, with Summit FC clearly the better side on the day.
Washington Spirit dominate Portland Thorns in thrilling 2-1 victory
Washington Spirit dominated Portland Thorns in a thrilling 2-1 victory, creating 2.30 expected goals to Portland Thorns FC's 1.90. Goalscorers for Washington Spirit were Tara Rudd and Melissa Bethi, while Portland Thorns FC scored just once through Sophia Wilson. Sandy MacIver made 6 saves for Washington Spirit, while Mackenzie Arnold conceded 2 for Portland Thorns FC. Washington Spirit sit 3 of 16 on 52 pts, 8 points ahead of Portland Thorns FC on 44 pts. Washington Spirit won 2-1 and created the better chances, so calling the win controlled or deserved is fair.
North Carolina Courage cruise past Chicago Stars FC
North Carolina Courage rolled to a 6-0 victory over Chicago Stars FC, with Ryan Williams scoring twice and Ashley Sanchez netting three. The Courage created 4.28 expected goals, significantly higher than the Stars' 0.43, and the result over-rewarded them for their superior chance creation. The Courage now sit 25 points ahead of the Stars in the standings, with the Stars still 16 of 16 on 17 points.
Orlando Pride cruise past Houston Dash in convincing win.
Orlando Pride dominated the Houston Dash in a convincing 3-1 victory, creating chances worth 3.16 compared to the Dash's 1.17. Barbra Banda scored once, while Haley McCutcheon added another, with Kiki Van Zanten scoring for the Dash. Orlando Pride sit 11th in the standings, 6 points ahead of the Dash, who are 13th. Cosette Morche made 6 saves for Orlando, and Jane Campbell conceded 3 for the Dash.
Seattle Reign FC edge San Diego Wave FC at Lumen Field
Seattle Reign FC edged San Diego Wave FC 1-0 at Lumen Field in a game where the hosts created chances worth 0.81 expected goals to the visitors' 1.27 expected goals. Claudia Dickey made 6 saves for the Reign, while Sandra Paños conceded 1 for the Wave. The result was an edge for Seattle Reign FC, who sit 8 of 16 on 43 pts, while the Wave are 2 of 16 on 54 pts, 11 points ahead. The visitors created the better chances, but failed to capitalize, while the hosts made fewer chances count.
Angel City FC cruise past Louisville with 2-0 win.
Angel City FC scored two goals on Saturday, defeating Racing Louisville FC 2-0. Angel City FC created 1.71 expected goals, compared to Louisville's 0.55. Louisville scored 0 goals, while Angel City FC scored 2. Angel City FC goalkeeper Angelina Anderson made 2 saves and conceded 0. Angel City FC was worth 22 points ahead of Louisville in the standings. Racing Louisville FC sits 15th in the standings with 24 points, while Angel City FC sits 5th with 46 points.
Boston Legacy FC edge Utah Royals FC in tight contest
Boston Legacy FC edged Utah Royals FC 2-1 in a tight contest, with the visitors scoring twice to equalize and then scoring again in the dying minutes to take the win. Utah Royals FC created chances worth 1.16 expected goals, while Boston Legacy FC created chances worth 1.27 expected goals. Utah Royals FC scored once, while Boston Legacy FC scored twice. Utah Royals FC sit 6 of 16 on 46 pts, while Boston Legacy FC sit 12 of 16 on 32 pts. Utah Royals FC are 14 points ahead of Boston Legacy FC in the standings.
Kansas City Current cruise past Bay FC on the road.
Kansas City Current dominated Bay FC on the road, scoring two goals to Bay FC's one in a 2-1 victory. Bay FC created 0.61 expected goals, while Kansas City Current created 1.43 expected goals, making the win over-rewarded for Bay FC.
Angel City FC cruise past Boston Legacy FC, win 5-2
Angel City FC dominated Boston Legacy FC, winning 5-2 despite the hosts creating only 0.65 expected goals. Angel City FC created 2.57 expected goals and scored 5, making their chances count. Angel City FC are now 14 points ahead of Boston Legacy FC in the standings.
Washington Spirit cruise Bay FC for 1-0 win
Washington Spirit cruised Bay FC 1-0, with Paige Metayer scoring in the 14th minute. The hosts created 2.44 expected goals, while the visitors created 2.08. The result was under-rewarded for both sides, as the hosts should have had more goals and the visitors should have had more chances. Washington Spirit now sit 3 of 16 on 52 points, 25 points ahead of Bay FC, who sit 14 of 16 on 27 points. Sandy MacIver made 4 saves for the hosts, while Jordan Silkowitz made 3 saves for the visitors. Trinity Rodman took 4 shots and Alex Pfeiffer took 5 shots, with only 1 on target for the visitors and 2 on target for the hosts.
Seattle Reign FC 1 - 0 Houston Dash
Seattle Reign FC dominated the Houston Dash with 1.71 expected goals compared to the Dash's 0.26, securing a decisive 1-0 victory. Maddie Dahlien scored the only goal for the Reign, while Claudia Dickey made a crucial save to keep the score clean.
Kansas City Clinches Win Despite Close Chance Battle
Kansas City Current edged out North Carolina Courage in a nail-biting 3-2 victory, despite the Courage's superior chance quality. Kansas City created 2.26 expected goals, while the Courage generated 2.41. Despite the Courage's higher expected goals, Kansas City's clinical finishing proved decisive. Croix Bethune scored the winning goal for Kansas City, while Riley Jackson scored the Courage's lone goal. Lorena made 6 saves, and Kailen Sheridan made 7 saves for the Courage. Kansas City currently sits 4 of 16 on 47 pts, 5 points ahead of the Courage in the standings. Ashley Sanchez had the Courage's best chance, taking 4 shots with 1 on target.
Utah Royals FC cruise past Orlando Pride in thrilling showdown
Utah Royals FC were in control from the start of this match. The visitors created the better chances, worth 1.36 expected goals to 0.67 expected goals. They scored 2, about what their chances were worth (1.36 expected goals), while the hosts scored 1, about what their chances were worth (0.67 expected goals). Utah Royals FC sit 6 of 16 on 46 pts, 10 points ahead of Orlando Pride on 36 pts. Utah Royals FC won 2-1.
Summit's Win: A Clinch Against the Stars
Denver Summit FC dominated Chicago Stars FC with a 6-1 victory, despite creating only 2.33 expected goals compared to the Stars' 0.55. Janine Sonis scored the only goal for the Summit, while Melissa Kössler and Yuzuki Yamamoto each netted twice, showcasing the Summit's superior chances creation. The Summit's 21-point lead in the standings underscores their dominance in the league.
Gotham FC held to draw despite controlling play
Gotham FC held Portland Thorns FC to a 1-1 draw despite controlling play and creating 0.83 expected goals to the Thorns' 1.39. Gotham FC's Jaedyn Shaw scored the only goal, while Ann-Katrin Berger made 5 saves for Gotham FC. Portland Thorns FC's Sophia Wilson scored the other goal, while Mackenzie Arnold made 4 saves for Portland Thorns FC. Gotham FC sit 1 of 16 on 55 pts, while Portland Thorns FC sit 7 of 16 on 44 pts. Portland Thorns FC are 11 points behind Gotham FC in the standings.
Wave FC make a statement at home, clinching a 3-2 win over Louisville.
San Diego Wave FC dominated Racing Louisville FC with 2.87 expected goals to 1.26, securing a 3-2 victory at home. Trinity Byars scored twice, while Kenza Dali added a late goal. Wave FC now lead the league with 54 points, 30 ahead of Louisville.
North Carolina Courage edge Angel City FC in a fine-margins clash.
North Carolina Courage edged Angel City FC 2-0 in a tightly contested match, despite creating only slightly more expected goals (1.15 vs. 1.09). Ashley Sanchez scored twice, with Kailen Sheridan providing 1 assist. Angel City's Angelina Anderson made three saves, but the Courage's Kailen Sheridan stood out with her three saves and zero conceded. Angel City sits 4 points ahead in the standings, but the Courage's performance suggests they are in a strong position to catch up.
Chicago Stars FC edge Racing Louisville FC against the run of play.
Chicago Stars FC won 3-2 against Racing Louisville FC, despite Racing Louisville FC creating the better chances with 1.68 expected goals compared to the Stars' 1.24. The Stars, who sit 16th in the standings, made fewer chances count, while the visitors, who are 7 points ahead, could not convert their opportunities. Katie Atkinson made 4 saves and conceded 2 for the Stars, while Jordyn Bloomer conceded 3 for the visitors. Taylor Flint scored Racing Louisville FC's only goal, while Mallory Swanson scored for the Stars.
Orlando Pride Win, Despite Creating Fewer Chances
Orlando Pride won 1-0 against Washington Spirit, a result that was under-rewarding for the hosts, who created 2.36 expected goals to the visitors' 0.95. Haley McCutcheon scored the only goal for Orlando, while Sandy MacIver made 1 save for the Spirit. Washington Spirit sit 16 points ahead of Orlando in the standings.
Bay FC narrowly edges out Houston Dash in a tight affair.
Bay FC held off Houston Dash in a nail-biting 1-0 victory, as the hosts created 1.42 expected goals compared to the visitors' 1.51. Despite the high chances for the visitors, Bay FC capitalized on a rare opportunity, with Cristiana Girelli scoring the only goal in the 29th minute. Bay FC now sit 14th on 27 points, 3 points behind Houston Dash, who are 13th on 30 points. Bay FC goalkeeper Jordan Silkowitz made 10 saves and conceded 0, while Houston Dash's Jane Campbell made 6 saves and conceded 1.
Angel City FC and NJ/NY Gotham FC both failed to capitalize on their chances in a tense 0-0 draw.
NJ/NY Gotham FC created chances worth 1.97 expected goals and scored 0, while Angel City FC created chances worth 1.39 expected goals and scored 0. The result under-rewarded both teams, as they should have had more. NJ/NY Gotham FC sit 9 points ahead of Angel City FC in the standings.
Kansas City Current vs. Seattle Reign FC: A Draw in the standings.
Kansas City Current and Seattle Reign FC drew 1-1 in a match that was crucial for both teams' standings. Kansas City created chances worth 3.46 expected goals, while Seattle created chances worth 0.93 expected goals. Despite the difference in chances created, the result was a draw. Debinha scored the only goal for Kansas City, and Kayla Sharples scored Seattle's goal, which was an own goal. Lorena made 4 saves and conceded 1 for Kansas City, while Claudia Dickey made 2 saves and conceded 1 for Seattle. The match ended with a 1-1 draw, leaving both teams in the standings with their current positions.
Sanchez scores twice, Courage prevail over Legacy FC.
Ashley Sanchez scored twice, her two goals worth 1.97 expected goals, as North Carolina Courage won 2-1 over Boston Legacy FC. Courage created the better chances, worth 1.97 vs 0.96 expected goals, so the win was controlled or deserved.
Portland Thorns FC win in dominant performance
Portland Thorns FC dominated Denver Summit FC in a 1-0 victory, creating chances worth 1.94 expected goals compared to 1.62 for the visitors. Sophia Wilson scored the only goal for Portland Thorns FC, while Mackenzie Arnold made 3 saves and conceded 0. Portland Thorns FC sits 7th in the standings with 44 points, 6 points ahead of Denver Summit FC, who are 10th with 38 points.
San Diego Wave FC cruise past Utah Royals FC.
San Diego Wave FC won 4-2 against Utah Royals FC, with Ludmila scoring twice, Trinity Byars scoring twice, and Melanie Barcenas scoring once. San Diego Wave FC created 2.33 expected goals to Utah Royals FC's 1.26 expected goals, making the result over-rewarded for the hosts. San Diego Wave FC now sit 2 of 16 on 54 pts, while Utah Royals FC sit 6 of 16 on 46 pts, with a points gap of 8 points.
Summit edge Louisville against the run of play
Racing Louisville FC won 2-1 against Seattle Reign FC, despite the visitors creating more chances worth 2.72 expected goals to Louisville's 1.82. Emma Sears scored both goals for Louisville, who sit 15th on 24 points, while Maddie Mercado scored for Reign FC, who sit 8th on 43 points.
Dash cruise past Stars in dominant 5-0 win
Houston Dash dominated Chicago Stars FC 5-0 in a match where the hosts created chances worth 1.88 expected goals and the visitors created just 0.84. Lisa Boattin scored 1 goal and Kat Rader scored 2, while Jane Campbell made 2 saves and conceded 0 for the Dash. Katie Atkinson conceded 5 for the Stars, who sit 16th in the standings. Houston Dash are 13 points ahead of the Stars in the standings.
Houston Dash outclass North Carolina Courage in thrilling 3-2 victory
North Carolina Courage fell 3-2 to Houston Dash in a thrilling match, where the visitors created significantly more chances (2.69 vs 2.03 expected goals) and secured a deserved win. Kate Faasse scored once for the Dash, while Ally Schlegel and Evelyn Ijeh added a goal each for the Courage. Despite a strong defensive effort from Kailen Sheridan, the Courage couldn't overcome the superior quality of the Dash's chances.
Angel City FC and Washington Spirit tied in a hard-fought 1-1 draw.
Angel City FC created chances worth 1.36 expected goals and Washington Spirit created chances worth 1.75 expected goals. Washington Spirit scored 1 from chances worth 1.75 expected goals, so the result over-rewarded them. Angel City FC sit 5 of 16 on 46 pts. Washington Spirit sit 3 of 16 on 52 pts. Points gap: Washington Spirit are 6 points ahead of Angel City FC in the standings.
Racing Louisville FC cruise to 4-1 win over Boston Legacy FC.
Racing Louisville FC made their chances count, creating 2.83 expected goals compared to Boston Legacy FC's 1.15. Katie O'Kane, Emma Sears, and Kayla Fischer all scored, while Casey Murphy conceded 4 goals. Racing Louisville FC sit 15th in the standings, 8 points behind Boston Legacy FC. Racing Louisville FC 4 - 1 Boston Legacy FC.
Thorns Hold Orlando Pride at 2-1 Despite Over-Rewarded Chances
Portland Thorns FC held Orlando Pride at 2-1 despite creating the better chances, with Lizbeth Ovalle scoring for the visitors and Deyna Castellanos and Caiya Hanks scoring for the hosts. Portland Thorns FC sit 7 of 16 on 44 pts, while Orlando Pride sit 11 of 16 on 36 pts. Portland Thorns FC are 8 points ahead of Orlando Pride in the standings.
Gotham FC outclass Kansas City in a thrilling 2-1 victory
Gotham FC showed their dominance in the NWSL, defeating Kansas City 2-1 in a match where they created chances worth 2.94 expected goals, compared to Kansas City's 1.91. Despite the underwhelming final score, Gotham's performance was nothing short of impressive, with Midge Purce and Sam Kerr both scoring to secure the win. Ann-Katrin Berger was in fine form for Gotham, making a crucial save and conceding only one goal. Kansas City's Amelia White scored the only goal for her side, but it was clear that Gotham was the better team on the day.
San Diego Wave FC held off Denver Summit FC in a thrilling draw
San Diego Wave FC, sitting 2 of 16 in the standings, held off Denver Summit FC, who were sitting 10 of 16, in a thrilling draw. Despite creating more chances (0.70 vs. 0.51 expected goals), Denver Summit FC failed to convert, while San Diego Wave FC scored 1 goal, about what their chances were worth. San Diego Wave FC goalkeeper Sandra Paños made 1 save and conceded 1, while Denver Summit FC goalkeeper Abby Smith made 4 saves and conceded 1. San Diego Wave FC lead the standings by 16 points.
Seattle Reign FC dominate Chicago Stars FC with 1-0 victory
Seattle Reign FC won 1-0 against Chicago Stars FC, with Seattle Reign FC creating chances worth 2.85 expected goals compared to Chicago Stars FC's 0.39 expected goals. Despite creating more chances, Seattle Reign FC failed to capitalize, scoring only once on 1 target, while Chicago Stars FC made 5 saves and conceded 1. Seattle Reign FC sits 8 of 16 on 43 pts, 26 points ahead of Chicago Stars FC, who sit 16 of 16 on 17 pts.
Utah Royals FC cruise Bay FC 3-2, clinching 19-point lead.
Utah Royals FC made their chances count in a dominant 3-2 victory over Bay FC, with Miyabi Moriya, Mina Tanaka, and Narumi Miura scoring in the 2nd, 3rd, and 7th minutes, respectively. Utah Royals FC created chances worth 1.61 expected goals, making their chances count, while Bay FC created chances worth 1.19 expected goals, failing to capitalize. Utah Royals FC sit 6 of 16 on 46 pts, 19 points ahead of Bay FC on 27 pts. Utah Royals FC won 19-point lead in the standings.
Portland Thorns FC, 4, Boston Legacy FC, 3
Portland Thorns FC won the game 4-3, despite Boston Legacy FC creating 1.36 expected goals compared to Portland's 1.29. Portland's goal scorers were Sophia Wilson and Pietra Tordin, while Boston Legacy FC's were Bianca St-Georges, Alba Caño, and Amanda Gutierres. Casey Murphy made 3 saves for Boston Legacy FC, while Mackenzie Arnold made 3 for Portland Thorns FC. Portland Thorns FC sit 7 of 16 on 44 pts, 12 points ahead of Boston Legacy FC on 32 pts.
Bay FC draws 0-0 with Chicago Stars FC, but the visitors were out-created by 1.61-0.65.
Bay FC held their own in a 0-0 draw with Chicago Stars FC, but the visitors were out-created by 1.61-0.65. Katie Atkinson made 5 saves and conceded 0 for the Stars, while Jordan Silkowitz made 1 save and conceded 0 for Bay. Chicago Stars FC sit 16 of 16 on 17 pts, while Bay FC sit 14 of 16 on 27 pts, with a 10 point gap in the standings.
Seattle Reign FC and Angel City FC Draw in a Clinically Attractive Match
Seattle Reign FC and Angel City FC drew 2-2 in a match that was more clinical than expected. The hosts created chances worth 1.65 expected goals, while the visitors were worth 1.02 expected goals. Seattle Reign FC scored 2 goals, about what their chances were worth, while Angel City FC scored 2 from chances worth only 1.02 expected goals. Seattle Reign FC sit 8 of 16 on 43 pts, while Angel City FC sit 5 of 16 on 46 pts. Points gap: Angel City FC are 3 points ahead of Seattle Reign FC in the standings.
Courage edge Spirit in nail-biting finish.
North Carolina Courage edged out the Washington Spirit in a thrilling 4-3 victory, despite the Spirit creating more chances with 2.07 expected goals compared to the Courage's 1.63. Trinity Rodman scored for the Spirit, while Natalie Jacobs, Evelyn Ijeh, and Ashley Sanchez netted for the Courage. Trinity Rodman took 5 shots, 3 on target, and Sofia Cantore took 4 shots, 2 on target. Sandy MacIver made 1 save and conceded 4, while Kailen Sheridan made 3 saves and conceded 3. The Courage's clinical finishing saw them make fewer chances count, while the Spirit struggled to capitalize on their superior chance quality.
Dash and Current draw in dramatic clash
Kansas City Current were out-created by Houston Dash in a thrilling 1-1 draw, with Kat Rader scoring for the hosts. Despite the equalizer, the visitors created 2.43 expected goals, while the hosts generated 1.36. The result leaves the Dash 17 points behind the Current in the standings, with the gap widening to 17 points. Current goalkeeper Marisa Jordan made 3 saves, while Dash's Jane Campbell conceded 1. Four yellow cards were issued in the match, with the Current receiving three and the Dash one.
Summit edge Royals in nail-biting 2-1 win.
Denver Summit FC edged Utah Royals FC 2-1 in a thrilling match on August 8, 2026, despite the Royals creating significantly more chances (1.42 vs. 0.88 expected goals). Janine Sonis scored once for Summit, while Utah's Tatumn Milazzo found the back of the net in the 22nd minute. Abby Smith made two saves for Summit, while Mandy McGlynn kept Utah in the game with four saves. Despite their dominance in chance creation, the Royals couldn't convert their opportunities into goals, leaving Summit to claim the victory.
Gotham FC's Victory Over Wave FC
Gotham FC dominated San Diego Wave FC, winning 1-0 with Jaedyn Shaw scoring the lone goal. Gotham created 1.21 expected goals, significantly higher than Wave FC's 0.74, and Ann-Katrin Berger made 3 saves to secure the win. Gotham FC now leads Wave FC in the standings by 1 point.
Courage dominate Summit in clinical win
North Carolina Courage, the superior side, dominated Denver Summit FC in a clinical 2-0 win. Despite Summit's 0.72 expected goals, Courage created 2.49 expected goals and scored both goals. Courage's Riley Jackson and Ally Schlegel scored, while Summit's Abby Smith made 7 saves and conceded 2.
San Diego Wave FC cruise past Washington Spirit in a dominant win.
San Diego Wave FC won 1-0 over Washington Spirit in a clinical display of skill and precision. Lia Godfrey scored the only goal of the match in the 20th minute, while San Diego Wave FC created the better chances with 1.30 expected goals to Washington Spirit's 0.46. Washington Spirit, sitting 3rd in the standings, were unable to capitalize on their chances and were left to rue their missed opportunities. San Diego Wave FC, sitting 2nd in the standings, have now secured their spot at the NWSL Championship and have a 2-point lead over Washington Spirit in the standings.
Utah Royals FC cruise past Portland Thorns FC
Utah Royals FC dominated Portland Thorns FC in their latest match, securing a comfortable 5-1 victory. The hosts created chances worth 2.28 expected goals, compared to Portland's 1.35. Utah Royals FC capitalized on their chances, with Kate Del Fava scoring twice, Cece Delzer adding another, and Brecken Mozingo contributing a late goal. Portland's Sophia Wilson managed a lone strike, but the hosts' superior chances and finishing ability were evident throughout the game. Utah Royals FC now sit 2 points ahead of Portland Thorns FC in the standings, with a points gap of 2.
Summit edge Legacy in a clinical draw
Denver Summit FC held Boston Legacy FC to a clinical 1-1 draw in a match where the hosts created the better chances, worth 1.72 expected goals to 1.13. Despite the draw, Summit remains 6 points ahead of Legacy in the standings, with Janine Sonis scoring the only goal for the hosts. Casey Murphy, the Boston Legacy FC goalkeeper, made 6 saves and conceded 1, while Abby Smith, the Summit FC goalkeeper, conceded 1 and made 1 save. The match was a tight contest, with both teams creating chances, but Summit's defensive solidity was key to their victory.
Racing Louisville FC cruise past Chicago Stars FC to extend their lead in the standings.
Racing Louisville FC cruised past Chicago Stars FC in a 2-1 victory, extending their lead in the standings. The hosts created chances worth 1.74 expected goals, while the visitors created chances worth 0.31 expected goals. Mirann Gacioch and Kayla Fischer scored the goals for Louisville, while Nádia Gomes scored for Chicago. Jordyn Bloomer made 2 saves for Louisville, while Katie Atkinson made 1 save for Chicago. The win moves Louisville to 24 points, 7 points ahead of Chicago in the standings.
Kansas City Current and Angel City FC battled it out in a thrilling draw.
Kansas City Current and Angel City FC battled it out in a thrilling draw. The hosts created chances worth 1.25 expected goals, while the visitors were worth 0.94 expected goals. Haley Hopkins scored for the hosts, while Taylor Suarez scored for the visitors. Angelina Anderson made 6 saves and conceded 1, while Marisa Jordan made 1 save and conceded 1. The hosts sat 4 of 16 on 47 pts, while the visitors sat 5 of 16 on 46 pts. The points gap was 1 point in favor of the hosts.
Gotham FC Clinches Dominant Victory Over Dash
Gotham FC won 1-0 over the Dash, creating the better chances with 2.34 expected goals to the Dash's 1.33. Sam Kerr scored the only goal for Gotham FC, while Jane Campbell made 2 saves and conceded 1. Gotham FC now sits 25 points ahead of the Dash in the standings, with a 25-point gap.
Seattle Reign FC cruise Bay FC in a dominant display of chance quality.
Seattle Reign FC scored 3 goals from chances worth only 2.07 expected goals, while Bay FC scored 2 from chances worth only 0.86 expected goals. The result over-rewarded the hosts, who made their chances count. Seattle Reign FC won 2-3, and the gap between the two teams in the standings remains 16 points.
North Carolina Courage cruise past Orlando Pride with dominant performance.
The Courage dominated the Pride with 5-0 victory, creating 3.97 expected goals compared to the Pride's 0.73. Evelyn Ijeh scored 3 goals, and Kailen Sheridan made 2 saves. North Carolina sits 6 points ahead of Orlando in the standings.
Kansas City Current cruise past Louisville in dominant 5-1 win.
Kansas City Current dominated Racing Louisville FC 5-1 in a game where the hosts created chances worth 2.36 expected goals to the visitors' 1.59. Haley Hopkins and Debinha each scored twice for Kansas City, while Taylor Flint scored once for Louisville. Kansas City's dominant performance was highlighted by Marisa Jordan's 4 saves and the team's 23-point lead over Louisville in the standings.
Spirit edge Royals with clinical finish
Washington Spirit edged Utah Royals 1-0 on the run of play, despite the Royals creating more chances (1.72 vs 0.92 expected goals). Spirit's Trinity Rodman scored the only goal, while Mandy McGlynn made 0 saves and conceded 1, while Sandy MacIver made 4 saves and conceded 0. The result left the Spirit sitting 3rd on 52 points, 6 points ahead of the Royals, who sit 6th on 46 points.
Gotham FC cruise past Bay FC to grab 28-point lead.
Bay FC were out-created by Gotham FC in the final minutes of a must-win match. Bay FC created chances worth 0.60 expected goals, while Gotham FC created chances worth 1.71 expected goals. Gotham FC scored 1 goal on 2.68 expected goals, while Bay FC scored 0 on 0.60 expected goals. Gotham FC won 1-0, and Bay FC sit 14th in the standings with 27 points. Gotham FC sit 1st in the standings with 55 points, and Gotham FC are 28 points ahead of Bay FC in the standings.
Seattle Reign FC edge San Diego Wave FC
Seattle Reign FC edged San Diego Wave FC 2-0, despite the hosts creating more chances (2.82 vs 1.03 expected goals). Jordyn Bugg scored 1 and Maddie Mercado scored 1, while Sandra Paños made 3 saves and conceded 2. Claudia Dickey made 8 saves and conceded 0. San Diego Wave FC sit 2 of 16 on 54 pts, while Seattle Reign FC sit 8 of 16 on 43 pts, with a points gap of 11 points in their favor.
Summit FC fall short despite creating better chances than Spirit
Denver Summit FC created the better chances of the game, but Washington Spirit were clinical and made fewer chances count to win 1-0. Summit FC created 1.92 expected goals to Spirit's 1.07, but Spirit were worth 1.07 expected goals. Summit FC's Abby Smith made 5 saves and conceded 1, while Spirit's Sandy MacIver made 1 save and conceded 0. Sofia Cantore scored for Spirit, who sit 3 of 16 on 52 pts. Denver Summit FC sit 10 of 16 on 38 pts. Denver Summit FC are 14 points behind Spirit in the standings.
Racing Louisville FC Clinches Victory Over Angel City FC Despite Creating Fewer Chances
Racing Louisville FC won against the run of play, defeating Angel City FC 2-1. Despite creating fewer chances (1.80 vs 3.39 expected goals), Racing Louisville FC scored two goals, while Angel City FC managed only one. Angelina Anderson, the Angel City FC goalkeeper, made six saves and conceded two, while Jordyn Bloomer, the Racing Louisville FC goalkeeper, made five saves and conceded one. Ally Sentnor took nine shots, two on target, while Ary Borges took four shots, one on target. Sveindís Jónsdóttir scored one goal for Angel City FC, while Maja Lardner scored two goals for Racing Louisville FC.
Kansas City Current fall short of Boston Legacy FC in a tightly contested match.
Boston Legacy FC edged out Kansas City Current 1-0 in a thrilling encounter, despite the visitors creating the better chances with 1.07 expected goals compared to the hosts' 1.70. Casey Murphy's stellar performance as the goalkeeper was pivotal, with her making four saves and conceding zero, while Aïssata Traoré's solitary goal was enough to secure the win. Ella Stevens was sent off for Boston Legacy FC, and the hosts now sit 12th in the standings, 15 points behind Kansas City Current, who remain in the top four.
Utah Royals FC cruise past North Carolina Courage
Utah Royals FC won 4-1 against North Carolina Courage, despite the Courage creating the better chances. Utah Royals FC was worth 1.81 expected goals, while the Courage was worth 3.12 expected goals. Utah Royals FC scored 4 goals, while the Courage scored 1 goal. Utah Royals FC created the better chances, but the Courage could not finish. Utah Royals FC sit 6 of 16 on 46 pts, while the Courage sit 9 of 16 on 42 pts. Utah Royals FC are 4 points ahead of the Courage in the standings.
Orlando Pride take the lead in the standings with a 1-0 win over the Chicago Stars FC.
Orlando Pride were worth 3.62 expected goals, while Chicago Stars FC were worth 0.58 expected goals. Orlando Pride scored 1 goal, while Chicago Stars FC scored 0. Orlando Pride won the match 1-0, and are now 11 of 16 on 36 pts. Chicago Stars FC are 16 of 16 on 17 pts.
Bay FC fell short against Houston Dash despite creating more chances.
Bay FC created the better chances of the game, worth 1.07 expected goals to Houston Dash's 0.82. However, Bay FC failed to convert those chances, scoring just one goal while Houston Dash scored one. Houston Dash won 1-0, but Bay FC should have had more. Houston Dash are 3 points ahead of Bay FC in the standings.
Gotham FC edge Portland Thorns in thrilling draw.
Gotham FC edged Portland Thorns in a thrilling draw, with goals from Sam Kerr and Midge Purce. The visitors created chances worth 1.08 expected goals, while the hosts created chances worth 1.25. Despite Gotham FC's superior chance quality, Portland Thorns made their chances count, with Jessie Fleming and Renee Lyles scoring to level the score. The result over-rewarded Gotham FC, who are 11 points ahead of Portland Thorns in the standings. Portland Thorns sit 7 of 16 on 44 pts, while Gotham FC sit 1 of 16 on 55 pts.
Washington Spirit Clinically Overpower Boston Legacy FC in a 2-1 Victory
Washington Spirit won 2-1 against Boston Legacy FC in a clinical victory. The hosts created chances worth 1.36 expected goals, while the visitors created chances worth 0.84 expected goals. The result over-rewarded the visitors as they made fewer chances count. Boston Legacy FC sat 12 of 16 on 32 pts, while Washington Spirit sat 3 of 16 on 52 pts. Points gap: Washington Spirit are 20 points ahead of Boston Legacy FC in the standings.
Denver Summit FC edge Portland Thorns FC in tight contest
Denver Summit FC edged Portland Thorns FC in a thrilling 2-1 victory, despite the visitors creating the better chances. The hosts, Denver Summit FC, sat 10th on the standings with 38 points, while Portland Thorns FC, who were 7th with 44 points, were 6 points ahead. In the 2nd minute, Janine Sonis scored her first goal of the season, putting Denver Summit FC in the lead. Portland Thorns FC responded in the 43rd minute, with Sophia Wilson equalizing for the visitors. The hosts held on to secure the win, thanks to goalkeeper Abby Smith's strong performances and the team's ability to make fewer chances count.
Gotham FC's Tight Victory Over Reign FC
Gotham FC edged Seattle Reign FC 3-2 in a match that saw both teams create chances worth 2.17 expected goals. Despite creating more opportunities, the hosts made their chances count with Rose Lavelle scoring 1 and Esther Gonzalez adding 2, while the visitors were limited to Mia Fishel and Maddie Mercado scoring 1 each. Ann-Katrin Berger made 0 saves and conceded 2 for Gotham, while Cassie Miller made 6 saves and conceded 3 for Reign.
Bay FC cruise past Courage
Bay FC took advantage of their superior chance quality to cruise past the Courage 3-0. Bay FC created 1.81 expected goals, compared to the Courage's 1.39. The Bay FC scorers were Karlie Lema (2) and Racheal Kundananji (1). Bay FC goalkeeper Jordan Silkowitz made 5 saves and conceded 0. North Carolina Courage goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan made 3 saves and conceded 3.
Angel City FC cruise to 2-0 victory over Chicago Stars FC
Angel City FC made their chances count, creating 3.15 expected goals to 0.39 for Chicago Stars FC. Angel City FC won 2-0, so the result over-rewarded them. Angel City FC sit 5 of 16 on 46 pts, 29 points ahead of Chicago Stars FC in the standings. Chicago Stars FC sit 16 of 16 on 17 pts.
Utah Royals FC cruise past Orlando Pride in thrilling 1-0 win.
Utah Royals FC dominated the game, creating the better chances with 0.78 expected goals compared to Orlando Pride's 0.22. Narumi Miura scored the only goal of the match, as Utah Royals FC secured a commanding 1-0 victory. Utah Royals FC now sit 6th in the standings, 10 points ahead of Orlando Pride.
Racing Louisville FC 1-1 Houston Dash
Racing Louisville FC held their own against Houston Dash in a closely contested draw, with both teams creating chances worth roughly the same amount. Kayla Fischer scored for Racing Louisville FC, while Kat Rader netted for Houston Dash. Despite the equalizing goal, Houston Dash maintained a 6-point lead over Racing Louisville FC in the standings.
Wave FC edge Kansas City in a clinical draw
San Diego Wave FC edged Kansas City Current 2-2 in a clinical draw on July 17. Wave FC created 1.91 expected goals, compared to Kansas City's 0.69. Wave FC scored 2 from 1.91 expected goals, while Kansas City scored 2 from 0.69 expected goals. Wave FC's goals came from Trinity Byars, who scored 2, and Gia Corley, who scored 1. Wave FC's assists came from Luisa Agudelo, who made 1 save and conceded 2. Wave FC's goalkeeper Marisa Jordan made 3 saves and conceded 2. Wave FC sits 2nd in the NWSL standings with 54 points, 7 points ahead of Kansas City, who sits 4th with 47 points.
Boston Legacy FC edge Orlando Pride in nail-biting 1-0 win.
Boston Legacy FC edged Orlando Pride 1-0 in a thrilling match, despite the hosts creating the better chances with 1.10 expected goals compared to the visitors' 0.43. Solai Washington's lone goal from four shots was enough to secure a hard-fought victory for Legacy FC, who now sit 12th in the standings with 32 points. Meanwhile, the Pride remain 4 points ahead of in 11th place with 36 points. Anna Moorhouse made a crucial save for the Pride, but Casey Murphy was in her element for Legacy FC, making two saves and conceding zero goals. Boston Legacy FC won against the run of play, while Orlando Pride made fewer chances count.
Gotham FC made fewer chances count to beat the Spirit
NJ/NY Gotham FC won 1-0 against the Washington Spirit, despite the Spirit creating the better chances (1.33 vs 0.82 expected goals). Ann-Katrin Berger made 9 saves and conceded 0, while Sandy MacIver made 3 saves and conceded 1. Rose Lavelle scored the only goal for Gotham FC, while Trinity Rodman took 5 shots, 1 on target. NJ/NY Gotham FC sit 1 of 16 on 55 pts, 3 points ahead of Washington Spirit on 52 pts.
Thorns fall short despite strong chances against Reign
Portland Thorns FC fell short of their expected goals as they lost 2-0 to Seattle Reign FC, despite creating chances worth 1.59 expected goals. Reign FC, who created chances worth 1.61 expected goals, were able to capitalize on their opportunities and secure the victory. Seattle Reign FC sit 8th in the standings with 43 points, while Portland Thorns FC sit 7th with 44 points, just 1 point ahead of Reign FC in the standings.
Summit edges Dash in thrilling draw
Denver Summit FC held off Houston Dash in a thrilling draw, with Janine Sonis and Yazmeen Ryan scoring for the hosts. Despite creating chances worth 2.85 expected goals, the Summit failed to capitalize, while the Dash were worth 1.35 expected goals and scored twice. The result leaves the Summit 8 points ahead in the standings.
Angel City FC edge San Diego Wave FC
Angel City FC edged out San Diego Wave FC 2-0, despite creating more chances (2.66 expected goals to 1.99) and being worth 8 points ahead in the standings. San Diego Wave FC's goalkeeper, Luisa Agudelo, made 2 saves and conceded 2, while Angel City FC's goalkeeper, Angelina Anderson, made 6 saves and conceded 0. Angel City FC's Ary Borges scored 1 goal and Maiara Niehues scored 1 goal. Angelina Anderson made 6 saves and conceded 0, while Luisa Agudelo made 2 saves and conceded 2. Angel City FC's Evelyn Shores made 1 assist. Angel City FC won 2-0, while San Diego Wave FC lost 0-2.
Bay FC cruise past Louisville in a clinical 2-0 win
Bay FC made their chances count, scoring two goals from chances worth 2.81 expected goals, while the hosts created chances worth only 0.50 expected goals. Despite Bay FC's superior chances, they were outscored 2-0. The result was a clinical win for Bay FC, who sit 3 points ahead of the hosts in the standings.
Boston Legacy FC cruise past Chicago Stars FC on the road.
Boston Legacy FC created the better chances (3.03 vs 1.38 expected goals) and won 2-0 on the road. Amanda Gutierres scored 1 and Nichelle Prince scored 1. Casey Murphy made 4 saves and Katie Atkinson made 3 saves. Boston Legacy FC sit 12 of 16 on 32 pts and Chicago Stars FC sit 16 of 16 on 17 pts. Boston Legacy FC are 15 points ahead of Chicago Stars FC in the standings.
Kansas City Current fail to capitalize on chance creation in 0-3 loss to Orlando Pride
Orlando Pride dominated the Kansas City Current on July 10, 2026, despite the visitors creating more expected goals (1.82 vs. 0.82). The hosts made fewer chances count, as they scored 3 goals from 0.82 expected goals, while Kansas City scored 0 from 1.82 expected goals. The result was a 3-0 win for Orlando Pride, who sit 11 points behind Kansas City in the standings. Orlando Pride goalkeeper Anna Moorhouse made 9 saves and conceded 0, while Kansas City's Marisa Jordan made 2 saves and conceded 3.
Gotham FC Clinches Dominant Victory Over Utah Royals FC
NJ/NY Gotham FC out-created Utah Royals FC 1.97 to 1.63 expected goals, scoring 3 to Utah Royals FC's 1, and winning 3-1. Gotham FC's Tierna Davidson scored 1, while Esther Gonzalez scored 2, and the visitors' Ann-Katrin Berger made 6 saves and conceded 1. Utah Royals FC's Mandy McGlynn conceded 3. Gotham FC are now 9 points ahead of Utah Royals FC in the standings. NJ/NY Gotham FC sit 1 of 16 on 55 pts, while Utah Royals FC sit 6 of 16 on 46 pts.
Bay FC stuns Boston Legacy FC in thrilling draw
Bay FC's Claire Hutton scored once to stun Boston Legacy FC in a thrilling draw. The visitors created chances worth 1.74 expected goals, while the hosts were worth 2.88. Bay FC's Karlie Lema scored as well, and the hosts' Casey Murphy made 6 saves and conceded 2. Bay FC sit 14 of 16 on 27 pts, 5 points behind Boston Legacy FC on 32 pts.
Stars edge Royals in nail-biting showdown
Chicago Stars FC edged Utah Royals FC 3-2 in a thrilling match on July 5, 2026, showcasing their clinical finishing against the run of play. Despite creating only 1.73 expected goals, the Stars capitalized on their opportunities, with Sam Staab and Jordyn Huitema scoring crucial goals. Utah Royals FC, on the other hand, created 2.18 expected goals but could not find the back of the net, leaving them 29 points ahead of the Stars in the standings.
Thorns cruise past Louisville with 4-0 win.
The Portland Thorns FC cruised past Racing Louisville FC with a dominant 4-0 win, creating chances worth 1.65 expected goals compared to Louisville's 1.21. Jayden Perry scored the game's only goal, while Sophia Wilson, Pietra Tordin, and Reilyn Turner added two more. The Thorns, sitting 7th in the standings, now have a 20-point lead over Louisville, who are 15th. Portland's goalkeeper, Mackenzie Arnold, made four saves and conceded none, while Louisville's goalkeeper, Jordyn Bloomer, made four saves and conceded four. The match ended with four yellow cards for both teams, with Portland receiving two and Louisville receiving two.
Courage's Clinical Victory Over Reign
North Carolina Courage secured a commanding 3-1 win over Seattle Reign FC, showcasing their dominance in the match. Courage created 3.08 expected goals, significantly more than Reign's 0.99, and converted those chances into three goals. Riley Jackson scored one goal, while Ashley Sanchez netted two, contributing to the victory. Courage's goalkeeper, Kailen Sheridan, made two saves, while Reign's Cassie Miller conceded three. The win propelled Courage to 42 points, four ahead of Reign in the standings, while Reign remained 1 point ahead with 43 points. The result was a clinical and deserved victory for the hosts.
Wave FC vs. Gotham FC: A Clash of Chancers and Clinicians
San Diego Wave FC won 2-0 against NJ/NY Gotham FC, a result that highlights the quality of chances created rather than the final score. Wave FC was worth 1.60 expected goals, while Gotham FC was worth 1.95 expected goals, showcasing Gotham FC's superior chance quality. Despite the better chances, Gotham FC could not capitalize, resulting in a clinical victory for Wave FC.
Rodman and Santos give Spirit the edge
Trinity Rodman scored two goals and Leicy Santos added an assist to lead the Washington Spirit to a 2-1 victory over the Houston Dash.
Summit fell short in Kansas City
Denver Summit FC failed to capitalize on their chances, falling 0-3 to the Kansas City Current. Despite creating 0.52 expected goals, the hosts could not find the back of the net. The result over-rewarded the visitors, who were worth 4.45 expected goals. Kansas City Current sit 4 of 16 on 47 pts, 9 points ahead of Denver Summit FC on 38 pts.
Angel City FC cruise past Orlando Pride 2-0
Angel City FC won the match 2-0, with Maiara Niehues and Sveindís Jónsdóttir scoring. Angel City created chances worth 1.03 expected goals, significantly more than Orlando Pride's 0.38 expected goals. The result over-rewarded Angel City, who made their chances count. Angel City sits 5 of 16 on 46 points, 10 points ahead of Orlando Pride, who sit 11 of 16 on 36 points.
Gotham FC Cruise Kansas City Current in 2-0 Win.
Gotham FC cruise Kansas City Current 2-0 in a decisive 1.65-0.85 expected goals victory, showcasing superior chances and finishing quality.
Wave FC cruise past Stars in 2-0 win
San Diego Wave FC made their chances count, winning 2-0 against Chicago Stars FC. Stars created chances worth 0.43 expected goals, while Wave FC created chances worth 2.08 expected goals. Stars sit 16 of 16 on 17 pts, while Wave FC sit 2 of 16 on 54 pts. Wave FC are 37 points ahead of Stars in the standings.
Gotham FC routs Dash to keep title hopes alive.
Gotham FC crushed Houston Dash 1-0 in a dominant performance that kept their NWSL title hopes alive. The hosts created the better chances, with 1.19 expected goals compared to the visitors' 0.46, and they converted one of those chances to a goal. Jordynn Dudley scored the only goal of the match, while Shelby Hogan made three saves and conceded zero. Gotham FC now sits 25 points ahead of Houston Dash in the standings, with a 55-point record and a 13-point gap between them. The win was crucial for Gotham FC, who are in a tight race for the title. Houston Dash, on the other hand, will have to regroup and find a way to close the gap.
North Carolina Courage Clinches Victory Against Angel City FC
North Carolina Courage won their home opener against Angel City FC 2-1, despite being out-created 1.37-1.08 expected goals. Angel City FC created the better chances, but could not convert them into goals. Angel City FC goalkeeper Angelina Anderson made 2 saves and conceded 2, while North Carolina Courage goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan made 3 saves and conceded 1. Angel City FC sit 5 of 16 on 46 pts, while North Carolina Courage sit 9 of 16 on 42 pts. Points gap: Angel City FC are 4 points ahead of North Carolina Courage in the standings.
Kansas City Dominates Boston with Clinical Victory
Kansas City Current achieved a commanding 1-0 victory over Boston Legacy FC, showcasing their superior chances and finishing quality. Temwa Chawinga scored the sole goal for Kansas City, who created 1.43 expected goals compared to Boston's 0.55. Lorena made three saves and conceded none, while Casey Murphy conceded one for Boston. Kansas City now sits 15 points ahead of Boston in the standings, with a 47-point total compared to Boston's 32. Kansas City Current 1 - 0 Boston Legacy FC.
Thorns held to draw despite controlling play
Despite controlling play and creating the better chances, the Portland Thorns FC were unable to score against the Utah Royals FC. The Thorns created chances worth 2.52 expected goals, while the Royals created chances worth 2.66 expected goals. The Thorns scored two goals, while the Royals scored two goals. Portland Thorns FC sit 7 of 16 on 44 pts. Utah Royals FC sit 6 of 16 on 46 pts. Points gap: Utah Royals FC are 2 points ahead of Portland Thorns FC in the standings.
Spirit's chances proved too good for Reign FC.
Washington Spirit created the better chances and won 2-1 against Seattle Reign FC. Leicy Santos scored the Spirit's first goal, while Lucia Di Guglielmo scored Seattle's only goal. Spirit goalkeeper Sandy MacIver made 2 saves and conceded 1, while Seattle's Claudia Dickey made 1 save and conceded 2. Washington Spirit sits 3 of 16 on 52 pts, while Seattle Reign FC sits 8 of 16 on 43 pts.
Denver Summit FC cruise past Racing Louisville FC
Denver Summit FC cruised past Racing Louisville FC in a match that was more about control than quality. The hosts created just 0.60 expected goals, while the visitors created 2.55 expected goals, making the result a clear 0-1 victory for Denver Summit FC. Racing Louisville FC were out-created, and their goalkeeper Maddie Prohaska made 2 saves and conceded 1, while the visitors' Abby Smith made 3 saves and conceded 0. Denver Summit FC sit 10 of 16 on 38 pts, 14 points ahead of Racing Louisville FC, who sit 15 of 16 on 24 pts.
Orlando Pride Clinch Win Despite Bay FC's Strong Performance
The Orlando Pride clinched a 3-1 victory over Bay FC, showcasing their superior chances quality and execution. Despite Bay FC's impressive 0.91 expected goals compared to the Pride's 0.78, the hosts capitalized on their opportunities with goals from Cori Dyke and Barbra Banda. Anna Moorhouse's stellar performance as the Pride's goalkeeper, making 4 saves and conceding only 1, was pivotal in securing the win. Bay FC's Caroline Conti provided a late equalizer, but the Pride's clinical approach and efficient finishing proved decisive.
KC Wins in a Close Battle
Kansas City Current secured a 3-1 victory over Portland Thorns FC in a thrilling match that showcased their superior chance quality. Despite the Thorns controlling play and creating more chances, Kansas City capitalized on their opportunities with goals from Lo'eau LaBonta, Temwa Chawinga, and Haley Hopkins. Lorena made 5 saves for Kansas City, while Mackenzie Arnold conceded 3 for Portland. The win propelled Kansas City to the 4th in the standings with a 3-point lead over the Thorns.
Stars edge Bay in thrilling contest
Chicago Stars FC edged Bay FC 1-0 in a thrilling contest, as Mallory Swanson scored the only goal. The Stars created 1.51 expected goals, compared to Bay FC's 0.88, which under-rewarded the hosts. Bay FC sit 14th in the standings, while Chicago Stars FC sit 16th, with a 10-point gap between the two teams.
Orlando Pride edge San Diego Wave FC at home
Orlando Pride won 1-0 against San Diego Wave FC at home, with Nicole Payne scoring the only goal. The hosts created 1.21 expected goals, while the visitors created 0.93 expected goals. Despite the hosts creating more chances, the result over-rewarded Orlando Pride, who made fewer chances count. San Diego Wave FC sit 2 of 16 on 54 pts, 18 points ahead of Orlando Pride who sit 11 of 16 on 36 pts.
Courage edge Louisville in tight affair
North Carolina Courage edged Racing Louisville FC 2-1 in a tight affair that saw both teams create chances worth 1.50 and 1.68 expected goals, respectively. Despite the equal chance quality, Courage capitalized on their opportunities, with Evelyn Ijeh scoring in the 40th minute and Ashley Sanchez adding a second in the 66th minute, while Louisville's Arin Wright netted the only goal for the hosts in the 60th minute. The result leaves Courage 18 points ahead of Louisville in the standings, with the hosts now sitting 15th on 24 points.
Utah Royals FC edge Denver Summit FC 2-1.
Utah Royals FC edged Denver Summit FC 2-1, thanks to goals from Mina Tanaka and Kiana Palacios, who both scored in the 75th and 85th minutes, respectively. Utah Royals FC created chances worth 1.59 expected goals, while Denver Summit FC created 0.91 expected goals. Utah Royals FC sit 6 of 16 on 46 pts, while Denver Summit FC sit 10 of 16 on 38 pts. Utah Royals FC are 8 points ahead of Denver Summit FC in the standings.
Houston Dash edge Angel City FC 2-1
Houston Dash edged Angel City FC 2-1, making fewer chances count despite Angel City creating the better chances. Kat Rader and Maggie Graham scored for the Dash, while Maiara Niehues netted for the visitors. Angel City sits 16 points ahead of the Dash in the standings.
Seattle Reign FC edge Boston Legacy FC 2-1
Seattle Reign FC scored twice, but Boston Legacy FC created the better chances, worth 1.59 expected goals to 1.39. Seattle Reign FC won 2-1, but Boston Legacy FC were worth 11 points ahead in the standings.
Dash Hold Wave to a Draw
The Houston Dash held off San Diego Wave FC to a 2-2 draw, with the visitors creating the better chances (2.42 vs. 0.16 expected goals) but failing to capitalize on their opportunities. Kat Rader and Kate Faasse scored for the Dash, while Dudinha and Trinity Byars netted for the Wave. Despite the result, Wave FC remains 24 points ahead in the standings.
Kansas City Current edge Angel City FC in thrilling 2-1 finish.
Kansas City Current edged Angel City FC in a thrilling 2-1 finish, despite creating the better chances. Angel City FC scored twice from chances worth only 0.83 expected goals, while Kansas City Current scored once from chances worth 1.45 expected goals. Kansas City Current goalkeeper Lorena made 2 saves and conceded 2, while Angel City FC goalkeeper Angelina Anderson made 3 saves and conceded 1. Kansas City Current sit 4 of 16 on 47 pts, 1 point ahead of Angel City FC, who sit 5 of 16 on 46 pts.
Thorns edge Bay FC in a clash of quality.
Portland Thorns FC, with 1.83 expected goals created, edged Bay FC 2-0. Despite Bay FC's 0.77 expected goals, the hosts controlled the game. Thorns' M.A. Vignola scored the opener, while Mallie McKenzie added a second goal. Portland Thorns FC are now 17 points ahead of Bay FC in the standings.
Angel City FC edge Portland Thorns FC in thrilling draw
Angel City FC edged Portland Thorns FC in a thrilling draw, with Mackenzie Arnold making 3 saves and Angelina Anderson making 1 save. The visitors created chances worth 1.23 expected goals and scored 0, while the hosts created chances worth 1.24 expected goals and scored 0. Angel City FC are 2 points ahead of Portland Thorns FC in the standings.
Royals edge Louisville in clinical fashion
Utah Royals FC controlled the game, creating chances worth 2.02 expected goals to Racing Louisville FC's 0.73. Mina Tanaka scored a goal, and Lauren Milliet scored an own goal, with Utah Royals FC winning 2-1. Utah Royals FC sit 6 of 16 on 46 pts, 22 points ahead of Racing Louisville FC on 15 of 16 on 24 pts.
Courage cruise past Stars in 4-0 win
North Carolina Courage made their chances count, creating chances worth 2.38 expected goals compared to Chicago Stars FC's 0.89 expected goals. Despite the wide gap, the Courage were clinical and controlled the match, winning 4-0. Manaka Matsukubo scored the only goal, assisted by Shinomi Koyama, Evelyn Ijeh, and Ashley Sanchez. Kailen Sheridan made 3 saves and conceded 0, while Alyssa Naeher made 1 save and conceded 0 for the Stars. The Courage sit 25 points ahead of the Stars in the standings.
Summit's dominance: Gaetino and Sonis lead Denver to a commanding 3-1 victory over Orlando.
Denver Summit FC dominated the Orlando Pride with a commanding 3-1 victory, creating the better chances with 3.11 expected goals compared to the Pride's 0.99. Eva Gaetino scored once, with Janine Sonis adding another, while the Pride's Barbra Banda scored once. Abby Smith made a crucial save for Summit, and Anna Moorhouse made four saves for the Pride, who were punished for their defensive errors. The Summit's victory puts them two points ahead of the Pride in the standings.
Kansas City Current dominate Houston Dash, 3-0
Kansas City Current crushed Houston Dash 3-0 in a game where the hosts created chances worth 2.23 expected goals to the visitors' 0.25. Temwa Chawinga scored twice, Jane Campbell added an own goal for KC, and Lorena made four saves. KC sits 4th in the standings, 17 points ahead of the Dash, who are 13th. Despite their lack of chances, the Dash showed some resilience, with Croix Bethune taking four shots, two on target.
San Diego Wave FC held off Washington Spirit to edge out 2-1 win.
San Diego Wave FC held off Washington Spirit to edge out 2-1 win. San Diego Wave FC created chances worth 0.77 expected goals, Washington Spirit created chances worth 0.85 expected goals. San Diego Wave FC scored 2 from chances worth only 0.77 expected goals, so the result over-rewarded them (they made their chances count). Washington Spirit scored 1, about what their chances were worth (0.85 expected goals). San Diego Wave FC won a game even in chance quality (0.77 vs 0.85 expected goals), so frame it as a tight, fine-margins result, not a rout.
Bay FC narrowly held off Boston Legacy FC in a thrilling 1-1 draw.
Bay FC narrowly held off Boston Legacy FC in a thrilling 1-1 draw. Bay FC created chances worth 1.84 expected goals, while Boston Legacy FC created chances worth 1.49 expected goals. Bay FC scored 1 from chances worth 1.84 expected goals, while Boston Legacy FC scored 1 from chances worth 1.49 expected goals. Bay FC sit 14 of 16 on 27 pts, while Boston Legacy FC sit 12 of 16 on 32 pts. Boston Legacy FC are 5 points ahead of Bay FC in the standings.
Gotham FC claim their first NWSL title with a dominant 2-0 victory over the Reign FC.
Gotham FC, led by the prolific Tierna Davidson and Jaedyn Shaw, dominated Seattle Reign FC with a 2-0 victory. Despite creating 1.06 expected goals compared to the Reign's 0.73, Gotham made their chances count, securing their first NWSL title with a commanding performance.
Boston Legacy FC's clinical victory over Orlando Pride.
Boston Legacy FC controlled the match from the start, creating 1.93 expected goals compared to Orlando Pride's 1.49. Despite conceding early, the hosts capitalized on their chances, with Amanda Gutierres scoring twice, while Marta found the back of the net for the visitors. Boston Legacy FC won 2-1, solidifying their position in the standings and closing the 4-point gap with Orlando Pride.
Kansas City Current cruise past Chicago Stars FC.
Kansas City Current cruised past Chicago Stars FC 3-0, with Temwa Chawinga scoring three goals and Lorena making four saves. The hosts created chances worth 3.28 expected goals, significantly more than the visitors' 0.58 expected goals. Kansas City sits 4th in the standings with 47 points, 30 points ahead of the 4th-place Chicago Stars FC, who have 17 points.
Bay FC struggles against Utah Royals FC in a defensive draw.
Bay FC failed to capitalize on their chances, creating just 0.34 expected goals, while Utah Royals FC generated 1.08. The hosts conceded 0, but the visitors managed to score 0, resulting in a 0-0 draw. Utah Royals FC sit 19 points ahead of Bay FC in the standings, thanks to their superior chance quality.
Spirit edge Reign in a clinical win
Washington Spirit edged out Seattle Reign FC in a clinical 1-0 victory, despite Reign creating the better chances. Claudia Martínez scored the only goal of the match, while Sandy MacIver made three saves and conceded zero. The Spirit now sit 9 points ahead of Reign in the standings, with the hosts still struggling to find their footing in the league.
Gotham FC held Legacy FC to a draw despite creating more chances
Gotham FC created 2.06 expected goals compared to Legacy FC's 0.52 expected goals, and they scored 1 goal. Legacy FC scored 1 goal, which was about what their chances were worth. Gotham FC sit 1 of 16 on 55 pts, and Legacy FC sit 12 of 16 on 32 pts. Points gap: Gotham FC are 23 points ahead of Legacy FC in the standings.
Wave FC's Clinical Victory Over Angel City FC
San Diego Wave FC's 2-1 victory over Angel City FC was a clinical display of skill and precision, as the hosts out-created their opponents by 1.48 to 1.42 expected goals. Despite Angel City FC's best efforts, including a goal from Emily Sams, Wave FC's Mimi Van Zanten and Dudinha sealed the win. With this result, Wave FC moves to 54 points, 8 points ahead of Angel City FC in the standings. Angelina Anderson made 3 saves for Angel City, while DiDi Haracic made 2 saves for Wave FC.
Summit FC edge Dash with clinical finishing
Summit FC edged Houston Dash 4-1 with clinical finishing, creating the better chances (1.88 vs 0.90 expected goals). Dash created chances worth 0.90 expected goals, while Summit FC created chances worth 1.88 expected goals. Denver Summit FC scored 4 from chances worth only 1.88 expected goals, so the result over-rewarded them (they made their chances count). Denver Summit FC both won and created the better chances (1.88 vs 0.90 expected goals), so calling the win controlled or deserved is fair. Houston Dash sit 13 of 16 on 30 pts. Denver Summit FC sit 10 of 16 on 38 pts. Points gap: Denver Summit FC are 8 points ahead of Houston Dash in the standings.
Racing Louisville FC cruise past Portland Thorns FC to take the lead in the standings.
Racing Louisville FC created chances worth 1.72 expected goals and scored 3, while Portland Thorns FC created chances worth 1.29 expected goals and scored 1. Louisville won 3-1 and sit 15 of 16 on 24 pts, while Portland Thorns FC sit 7 of 16 on 44 pts. Portland Thorns FC are 20 points ahead of Racing Louisville FC in the standings.
Orlando Pride edged out the Courage in a tight contest.
Orlando Pride edged out the Courage in a tight contest, defeating the visitors 1-0. Despite the visitors creating more chances (0.85 vs 0.76), the hosts were able to capitalize on one of their own. Barbra Banda scored the only goal of the game, as the visitors failed to convert their chances into goals. The result means Orlando Pride sit 11 of 16 on 36 pts, while North Carolina Courage sit 9 of 16 on 42 pts, with a points gap of 6 points.
Utah Royals FC cruise past Houston Dash
Utah Royals FC were in cruise control on May 6th, controlling the game from start to finish and creating the better chances. Utah Royals FC won 2-0, with Cloé Lacasse and Courtney Brown scoring the goals. Utah Royals FC created chances worth 2.45 expected goals, while Houston Dash created chances worth 0.79 expected goals. Utah Royals FC are now 16 points ahead of Houston Dash in the standings, with 30 points to 30. Utah Royals FC goalkeeper Mandy McGlynn made 2 saves and conceded 0, while Houston Dash goalkeeper Jane Campbell made 5 saves and conceded 2.
Thorns Cruise Chicago, Clinically Overpowered
Portland Thorns FC cruised to a 2-0 victory over Chicago Stars FC, creating 1.73 expected goals compared to the Stars' 1.20. Olivia Moultrie and Reilyn Turner scored, while Mackenzie Arnold made four saves. The Thorns maintained a 27-point lead in the standings. Stars FC remains 16th with 17 points, trailing the Thorns by 27 points. Portland Thorns FC sits 7th with 44 points.
Legacy FC edge Summit FC in nail-biting contest.
Boston Legacy FC edged Denver Summit FC 3-2 in a thrilling matchup, creating 2.04 expected goals compared to Summit FC's 0.99. Despite being out-created, Legacy FC capitalized on their chances, with Aïssata Traoré scoring twice and Bianca St-Georges adding a third. Casey Murphy made 1 save for Legacy FC, while Abby Smith secured 3 for Summit FC. The result leaves Legacy FC in 12th place with 32 points, 6 points behind Summit FC, who sit 10th with 38 points.
Gotham FC Clinches a Dominant Victory Over Louisville.
Gotham FC won 1-0, controlling the match with 1.65 expected goals compared to Louisville's 0.81. Jaedyn Shaw scored the only goal for Gotham FC, while Ann-Katrin Berger made a crucial save to keep the scoreline intact. Gotham FC now sits 31 points ahead of Louisville in the standings, with a 31-point gap between the two teams.
Bay FC wins despite San Diego Wave FC's chances
Bay FC won 1-0 against the run of play despite San Diego Wave FC creating the better chances. Bay FC created 1.30 expected goals, while San Diego Wave FC created 2.02 expected goals. Bay FC scored 1, about what their chances were worth, while San Diego Wave FC scored 0, under-rewarded for their chances. Bay FC goalkeeper Jordan Silkowitz made 6 saves and conceded 0, while San Diego Wave FC goalkeeper DiDi Haracic made 2 saves and conceded 1. Bay FC had 4 yellow cards, while San Diego Wave FC had 2. Bay FC sits 14 of 16 on 27 pts, while San Diego Wave FC sits 2 of 16 on 54 pts. Bay FC are 27 points behind San Diego Wave FC in the standings.
Washington Spirit dominate Orlando Pride in thrilling 4-2 victory.
Washington Spirit dominated Orlando Pride in a thrilling 4-2 victory, with Sofia Cantore scoring twice and Trinity Rodman adding a goal. Despite creating 1.82 expected goals, the Spirit made fewer chances count, while the Pride created 2.22 expected goals but could not finish. The result over-rewarded the Spirit, who sit 3 of 16 on 52 pts, while the Pride sit 11 of 16 on 36 pts, with a 16-point gap between them in the standings.
Kansas City Current edge North Carolina Courage 2-1
Kansas City Current edged out North Carolina Courage 2-1, despite the Courage's superior chance quality of 2.11 expected goals to 1.49 for the visitors. Manaka Matsukubo scored the Courage's only goal, while Croix Bethune and Michelle Cooper netted for Kansas City. Lorena made 3 saves, and Kailen Sheridan conceded 2.
Utah Royals FC edge Angel City FC in thrilling match
Angel City FC created the better chances (0.88 vs 0.31 expected goals), but Utah Royals FC were clinical and made fewer chances count. Utah Royals FC won 0-1 against the run of play, leveling the points gap at 46 between the two teams.
Seattle Reign FC hold off Houston Dash for a crucial draw in the standings.
Seattle Reign FC held off Houston Dash for a crucial draw in the standings, with the visitors' goalkeeper Claudia Dickey making 4 saves and conceding 0. Seattle Reign FC created chances worth 1.26 expected goals, while Houston Dash created chances worth 1.08 expected goals. The result under-rewarded both teams, with Seattle Reign FC sitting 13 points ahead of Houston Dash in the standings.
Boston Legacy FC 2-2 North Carolina Courage: Over-rewarded Boston Legacy FC made their chances count
Boston Legacy FC 2-2 North Carolina Courage. The result over-rewarded Boston Legacy FC. They created chances worth 0.64 expected goals, so the result over-rewarded them (they made their chances count). North Carolina Courage created chances worth 2.06 expected goals. Boston Legacy FC scored 2 from chances worth only 0.64 expected goals, so the result over-rewarded them (they made their chances count). North Carolina Courage scored 2, about what their chances were worth (2.06 expected goals).
Spirit cruise past Louisville in dominant win
The Washington Spirit cruised past Racing Louisville FC 1-0 in a match where the hosts created the better chances, worth 1.67 expected goals to 0.42 expected goals. Trinity Rodman scored the only goal of the game, while Sandy MacIver made one save and conceded none. The Spirit sit 3 of 16 on 52 pts, while Louisville sits 15 of 16 on 24 pts, with a 28 point gap between the teams in the standings.
Gotham FC cruise past Stars in thrilling match
Gotham FC out-created the Stars 2-0, with Rose Lavelle and Jordynn Dudley scoring for the visitors. NJ/NY Gotham FC sit 1 of 16 on 55 pts, 38 points ahead of Chicago Stars FC on 17 pts. Chicago Stars FC sit 16 of 16 on 17 pts.
Portland Thorns FC edged San Diego Wave FC in a clinical victory
Portland Thorns FC edged San Diego Wave FC in a clinical victory, despite the visitors creating the better chances. Portland Thorns FC scored 2 from chances worth only 0.19 expected goals, so the result over-rewarded them (they made their chances count). San Diego Wave FC scored just 0 from chances worth 1.24 expected goals, so the result under-rewarded them (they should have had more). Portland Thorns FC won 2-0 against the run of play / were clinical / made fewer chances count, while San Diego Wave FC created more but could not finish.
Thorns Clinch Victory Despite Close Chance Quality Battle
Portland Thorns FC edged out Angel City FC 2-1 in a tightly contested match, with both teams creating chances worth 1.14 expected goals. Angel City FC, led by Prisca Chilufya's solitary goal, struggled to capitalize on their chances, while Thorns capitalized with goals from Sophia Wilson and Pietra Tordin. Angelina Anderson made 5 saves for Angel City, while Mackenzie Arnold made 6 saves for Portland Thorns, securing a narrow victory for the Thorns.
Utah Royals FC cruise past Seattle Reign FC
Utah Royals FC scored 3 goals from chances worth 1.45 expected goals, while Seattle Reign FC created chances worth 1.05 expected goals and scored just 0. Utah Royals FC's performance was clinical and against the run of play, as they won 3-0 and are now 3 points ahead of Seattle Reign FC in the standings.
Gotham FC cruise Bay FC, 3-0
Gotham FC defeated Bay FC 3-0 in a dominant performance that showcased their superior chance quality. Gotham FC created 2.98 expected goals, significantly more than Bay FC's 0.30 expected goals. Rose Lavelle scored once, while Esther González added another goal, and Karlie Lema scored an own goal. Ann-Katrin Berger made a crucial save, and Jordynn Dudley contributed an assist. Gotham FC's 28-point lead over Bay FC in the standings underscores their dominance in the league.
Chicago Stars FC clinch narrow victory against Boston Legacy FC.
Chicago Stars FC narrowly defeated Boston Legacy FC 2-0, despite the visitors creating significantly more chances (3.29 vs. 0.64 expected goals). Chicago Stars FC's goalkeeper Katie Atkinson made 8 saves, while Boston Legacy FC's Casey Murphy conceded 2 goals. The hosts were clinical in converting their chances, whereas the visitors failed to capitalize on their numerous opportunities.
Courage clinched victory despite chance disparity
North Carolina Courage secured a narrow 1-0 win over Houston Dash, despite the Dash creating more chances (1.57 vs. 1.41 expected goals). Ashley Sanchez scored the only goal for Courage in the match, while Jane Campbell made seven saves for the Dash. Courage sits 12 points ahead of the Dash in the standings, highlighting the significant points gap between the two teams.
Summit FC edge Wave FC against the run of play
Denver Summit FC edged San Diego Wave FC 2-3 in a match where the hosts created chances worth 1.15 expected goals and the visitors 0.72 expected goals. Despite their superior chance quality, Denver Summit FC could not capitalize, while Wave FC made fewer chances count and were clinical in converting them into goals. Wave FC sit 2 of 16 on 54 pts, 16 points ahead of Summit FC, who sit 10 of 16 on 38 pts.
Racing Louisville FC makes fewer chances count against Orlando Pride, but wins 3-2
Racing Louisville FC made fewer chances count against Orlando Pride, but won 3-2. Racing Louisville FC created chances worth 1.11 expected goals, while Orlando Pride created chances worth 2.48 expected goals. Lauren Milliet scored 2 and Sarah Weber scored 1 for Racing Louisville FC. Barbra Banda scored 2 for Orlando Pride. Jordyn Bloomer made 8 saves and conceded 2 for Racing Louisville FC. Anna Moorhouse made 2 saves and conceded 3 for Orlando Pride. Haley McCutcheon took 4 shots, 1 on target. Angelina took 4 shots, 1 on target. Barbra Banda took 8 shots, 4 on target. Solai Washington took 5 shots, 1 on target.
Spirit cruise past KC with 4-0 win
Washington Spirit dominated Kansas City Current 4-0 in a game where the hosts created 2.07 expected goals and the visitors only managed 1.29. Leicy Santos scored twice, Trinity Rodman added a goal, and Claudia Martinez contributed one, all while Sandy MacIver made 3 saves and Lorena conceded 4. The Spirit now sit 5 points ahead of KC in the standings.
Spirit cruise Bay FC for dominant 2-0 win
The Washington Spirit cruised to a dominant 2-0 victory over Bay FC, with Gift Monday scoring her first NWSL goal and Brooklyn Courtnall getting an own goal. Bay FC created only 0.33 expected goals, while the Spirit created 2.57. Washington Spirit sit 3 of 16 on 52 pts, 25 points ahead of Bay FC on 27 pts.
Kansas City Current dominate NJ/NY Gotham FC, extending their unbeaten run to 11 matches.
Kansas City Current dominated NJ/NY Gotham FC, winning 2-1 and extending their unbeaten run to 11 matches. Debinha scored the winner in the 57th minute, while Michelle Cooper scored the only goal for the hosts. The hosts created 1.88 expected goals to Gotham FC's 1.04, making the win deserved.
Courage and Thorns held to a 2-2 draw despite equal chances
The Courage and Thorns drew in a thrilling matchup, with both teams creating chances worth 1.26 expected goals. Ashley Sanchez and Manaka Matsukubo scored for the Courage, while Olivia Moultrie and Reilyn Turner netted for the Thorns. Despite the equal chances, the Courage sat 2 points behind the Thorns in the standings.
Reign FC and Summit FC meet in a 0-0 draw.
Reign FC and Summit FC met in a 0-0 draw, with neither team able to capitalize on their chances. The hosts created chances worth 1.45 expected goals, while the visitors created chances worth 1.19 expected goals. Despite this, neither team scored, and the result was a clinical draw that left both teams with 38 points in their standings. Seattle Reign FC sit 10 of 16 on 38 pts, 5 points ahead of Denver Summit FC, who sit 10 of 16 on 38 pts.
Wave Wins Tight Battle, Clinches 22-Point Lead
Wave FC edged Boston Legacy FC 1-0, despite Legacy's 0.44 xG to Wave's 0.37 xG. Wave's Ludmila scored the only goal, while Casey Murphy made 2 saves. Legacy FC sits 12th, 22 points behind Wave FC, who are now atop the standings. Wave's 54 points are the most in the league.
Orlando Pride cruise past Angel City FC
Orlando Pride scored 2 goals and created 2.35 expected goals, while Angel City FC scored 1 goal and created 0.85 expected goals. Orlando Pride won 2-1, with Haley McCutcheon scoring both goals. Orlando Pride sit 11 of 16 on 36 pts, while Angel City FC sit 5 of 16 on 46 pts. Angel City FC are 10 points ahead of Orlando Pride in the standings.
Houston Dash Dominate Racing Louisville FC in Thrilling 4-3 Victory
Houston Dash out-created Racing Louisville FC 3.35 to 2.76 expected goals, clinching a dominant 4-3 win. Kat Rader and Kiki Van Zanten scored two goals each, while Sarah Puntigam added a late strike. Jane Campbell made a crucial save, keeping the Dash in front until the final whistle. The hosts now sit 13th in the standings, six points ahead of the visitors, who fall to 15th.
Utah Royals FC cruise past Chicago Stars FC in a 1-0 victory.
Utah Royals FC dominated Chicago Stars FC in a 1-0 victory, creating the better chances and ultimately securing a comfortable win. Mina Tanaka scored the only goal of the match, while Mia Justus made a crucial save to keep the scoreline intact. Utah Royals FC now sit 6 of 16 on 46 pts, with a significant 29-point gap over their rivals. Chicago Stars FC, sitting 16 of 16 on 17 pts, will need to improve their chances creation and defensive solidity to catch up in the standings.
Gotham FC held Orlando Pride to a clinical draw.
Gotham FC held Orlando Pride to a clinical draw, as the hosts created chances worth 0.89 expected goals, and the visitors created chances worth 0.76 expected goals. Ann-Katrin Berger made 4 saves and conceded 0, while Anna Moorhouse made 2 saves and conceded 0. Gotham FC sit 1 of 16 on 55 pts, and Orlando Pride sit 11 of 16 on 36 pts. The points gap between the two sides is 19 points.
Utah Royals FC cruise to 2-1 win over Boston Legacy FC.
Utah Royals FC dominated Boston Legacy FC in a 2-1 victory, creating 1.35 expected goals compared to Boston's 1.03. Aïssata Traoré scored the only goal for Boston, while Utah's Tatumn Milazzo and Lara Prasnikar added the other two. Mia Justus made one save for Utah, while Casey Murphy conceded two for Boston. Utah Royals FC now sit 6 of 16 on 46 pts, 14 points ahead of Boston Legacy FC on 32 pts.
Summit FC 0-0 Spirit: A clinical draw for the visitors.
The Washington Spirit edged out the Denver Summit FC 0-0 in a match where the hosts created chances worth 0.82 expected goals and the visitors created chances worth 0.68 expected goals. Abby Smith and Sandy MacIver were both flawless in goal, making 2 saves each. Despite the quality of the chances created, neither team was able to capitalize, leaving the result as a clinical draw for the Spirit, who sit 14 points ahead of the Summit in the standings. Washington Spirit 0-0 Denver Summit FC.
Thorns cruise past the Current in a 2-0 victory.
Portland Thorns FC won 2-0 against Kansas City Current, with both players scoring. Olivia Moultrie scored 1 goal and Reilyn Turner scored 1 goal. Portland Thorns FC created 2.54 expected goals, while Kansas City Current created 0.62 expected goals. Portland Thorns FC now sit 7 of 16 on 44 pts, while Kansas City Current sit 4 of 16 on 47 pts. Portland Thorns FC are 3 points behind Kansas City Current in the standings.
Seattle Reign FC held off Racing Louisville FC in a tight 2-1 win.
Seattle Reign FC held off Racing Louisville FC in a tight 2-1 win. Seattle Reign FC created chances worth 0.63 expected goals, while Racing Louisville FC created chances worth 1.75 expected goals. Seattle Reign FC scored 2 from chances worth 0.63 expected goals, so the result over-rewarded them (they made their chances count). Racing Louisville FC scored just 1 from chances worth 1.75 expected goals, so the result under-rewarded them (they should have had more). Seattle Reign FC sit 8 of 16 on 43 pts. Racing Louisville FC sit 15 of 16 on 24 pts. Points gap: Seattle Reign FC are 19 points ahead of Racing Louisville FC in the standings.
Bay FC clinical in 3-1 victory over North Carolina Courage.
Bay FC won 3-1 against North Carolina Courage, despite the hosts creating more chances (1.52 vs 1.01 expected goals). Bay FC's goals came from Dorian Bailey (1 goal, 78 minutes), Keira Barry (1 goal, 56 minutes), and Alex Pfeiffer (1 goal, 56 minutes), while Manaka Matsukubo scored for the Courage (1 goal, 49 minutes). Bay FC goalkeeper Jordan Silkowitz made 1 save and conceded 1, while Courage goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan made 3 saves and conceded 3. Bay FC are now 14 of 16 on 27 pts, 15 points behind the Courage on 42 pts.
Wave Wins Clinical Against Stars
San Diego Wave FC dominated the match, creating 1.99 expected goals compared to Chicago Stars FC's 0.10. Despite the Stars' goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher making 6 saves, the Wave's defense held strong, and both Lia Godfrey and Melanie Barcenas scored in the 2-0 victory. The Wave now sits 2 of 16 on 54 points, 37 points ahead of the Stars, who are 16 of 16 on 17 points.
Angel City FC narrowly edged Houston Dash in a thrilling 2-1 victory.
Angel City FC narrowly edged Houston Dash in a thrilling 2-1 victory, despite the Dash creating the better chances with 1.80 expected goals compared to Angel City's 1.38. Angel City capitalized on their chances, scoring twice through Riley Tiernan and Sveindís Jónsdóttir, while the Dash's Maggie Graham scored the lone goal. Angelina Anderson made two saves for Angel City, while Jane Campbell conceded two for the Dash, and the hosts maintained a 16-point lead over the visitors in the standings.
Summit edges Gotham in fine-margin clash
Denver Summit FC edged NJ/NY Gotham FC 2-0 in a tight and fine-margin clash. Despite Gotham FC creating chances worth 1.22 expected goals, they could only muster one goal, while Summit FC was worth 1.23 expected goals and scored both goals. Ann-Katrin Berger made 3 saves for Gotham FC, while Abby Smith made 4 saves for Summit FC. The result leaves Gotham FC 17 points ahead of Summit FC in the standings.
Spirit & Royals Draw in Seattle
Spirit created chances worth 3.36 expected goals, but only scored 1, while Royals created 1.74 expected goals and scored 1. The result over-rewarded Utah Royals FC, who should have had more.
Orlando Pride cruise past Chicago Stars in dominant win
Orlando Pride cruised to a 3-0 victory over Chicago Stars on March 25, 2026, as they created 1.72 expected goals compared to the Stars' 0.52. Despite the Stars' chances, they failed to capitalize, as Hannah Anderson, Barbra Banda, and Lizbeth Ovalle scored in the first half. Orlando Pride now lead the standings by 19 points, with the Stars struggling to keep pace.
Seattle Reign FC cruise past Kansas City Current 3-0
Seattle Reign FC created chances worth 1.32 expected goals, while Kansas City Current created only 0.36. Seattle Reign FC scored 3 from those chances, making their chances count and securing a 3-0 victory. Seattle Reign FC sit 8 of 16 on 43 pts, 4 points behind Kansas City Current, who sit 4 of 16 on 47 pts.
Wave FC cruise past Thorns despite controlling play.
San Diego Wave FC won 3-1 against Portland Thorns FC in a game where the hosts created chances worth 2.91 expected goals, compared to Thorns' 1.28. Despite controlling play, the hosts were out-created, and Thorns managed to score once while Wave FC scored twice. Wave FC's Dudinha scored one goal in 77 minutes, and Lia Godfrey scored another in 77 minutes, while Melanie Barcenas scored in the 13th minute. Wave FC's Leah Freeman made three saves, and Morgan Messner made eight saves for Thorns. Portland Thorns FC's Pietra Tordin scored the only goal for the visitors in 90 minutes. Wave FC are now 10 points ahead of Thorns in the standings.
Stars edge Current in nail-biting match.
Chicago Stars FC edged Kansas City Current 2-1 in a thrilling showdown, despite the visitors creating the better chances (1.42 vs. 0.89 expected goals). Stars striker Tessa Dellarose scored the winner in the 85th minute, while Jordyn Huitema added the equalizer in the 60th. Alyssa Naeher made a crucial save for Stars, preventing a late comeback for Kansas City, who were ultimately 30 points ahead of the Stars in the standings.
Wave FC cruise past Royals
San Diego Wave FC were dominant in their 2-1 win over Utah Royals FC. Wave FC created the better chances (1.51 vs 0.80 expected goals), so the win was controlled or deserved. Wave FC sit 2 of 16 on 54 pts, while Utah Royals FC sit 6 of 16 on 46 pts. Utah Royals FC lost their 3rd game in a row, falling 8 points behind Wave FC in the standings.
Houston Dash cruise Boston Legacy FC to maintain 3-point lead
Houston Dash kept their 3-point lead over Boston Legacy FC intact with a dominant 3-0 victory. Kat Rader scored once, while Kiki Van Zanten added a third, as the hosts created 2.42 expected goals to the visitors' 0.48. Houston Dash's Jane Campbell made 2 saves, while Casey Murphy conceded 3.
Gotham FC held Courage to a 0-0 draw despite superior chances
Gotham FC held Courage to a 0-0 draw despite superior chances. Gotham FC created chances worth 0.83 expected goals, while Courage created chances worth 1.07 expected goals. Gotham FC scored just 0 from chances worth 0.83 expected goals, so the result under-rewarded them (they should have had more). Courage scored just 0 from chances worth 1.07 expected goals, so the result under-rewarded them (they should have had more). Gotham FC sit 1 of 16 on 55 pts, while Courage sit 9 of 16 on 42 pts. Points gap: Gotham FC are 13 points ahead of Courage in the standings.
Angel City FC cruise Bay FC 1-3
Angel City FC dominated Bay FC 1-3, creating 2.21 expected goals to 0.94 for the hosts. Despite Bay FC's goal from Taylor Huff, Angel City's Gisele Thompson and Sveindís Jónsdóttir were relentless, securing their 15th consecutive win. Jordan Silkowitz conceded three, and Taylor Huff was sent off for a yellow card, highlighting Bay FC's struggles. Angel City FC lead the standings 19 points ahead of Bay FC, with a 46-point total compared to Bay FC's 27. Angelina Anderson made two saves for Angel City, while Bay FC's goalkeeper made one save.
Spirits narrowly hold off Louisville in nail-biting draw
The Washington Spirit narrowly held off Racing Louisville FC in a nail-biting draw, with both teams creating chances worth 1.53 and 0.60 expected goals, respectively. Despite Louisville's efforts, the hosts made their chances count with two goals, while the Spirit scored twice, about what their chances were worth. The result leaves the Spirit sitting 28 points ahead of Louisville in the standings, with the hosts now 15th of 16.
Summit edge Pride in clinical draw
Summit FC edged out Orlando Pride in a clinical draw at Exploria Stadium. Despite creating the better chances (2.01 expected goals to 0.59), the visitors were able to capitalize on their opportunities, scoring once while Orlando created 1. Pride goalkeeper Anna Moorhouse made 1 save and conceded 1, while Summit's Abby Smith made 9 saves and conceded 1. The result saw Summit FC sit 2 points ahead of Orlando Pride in the standings.
Thorns edge Reign in clinical 2-0 win
Portland Thorns FC edged Seattle Reign FC in a clinical 2-0 win, despite the visitors creating the better chances. Portland Thorns FC scored 2 from chances worth only 1.02 expected goals, so the result over-rewarded them (they made their chances count). Seattle Reign FC scored just 0 from chances worth 1.44 expected goals, so the result under-rewarded them (they should have had more).
Angel City FC cruise to 4-0 victory over Chicago Stars FC.
Angel City FC dominated Chicago Stars FC with a commanding 4-0 win, creating 1.27 expected goals compared to the visitors' 0.42. Evelyn Shores, Maiara Niehues, Ary Borges, and Kennedy Fuller scored, while Angelina Anderson made two saves. The result over-rewarded Angel City FC, who sit 29 points ahead in the standings.
Gotham FC dominate Boston Legacy FC in a clinical 1-0 win.
NJ/NY Gotham FC won 1-0 over Boston Legacy FC in a match where they created the better chances, worth 0.63 expected goals to 0.34. Gotham FC now sit at 55 points in the standings, 23 points ahead of Boston Legacy FC, who are at 32 points. Gotham FC's win was deserved and clinical, while Boston Legacy FC's performance was disappointing and against the run of play.
Kansas City Current dominate Utah Royals FC in thrilling 2-1 victory.
Kansas City Current dominated Utah Royals FC in a thrilling 2-1 victory, showcasing their superior chances creation and finishing ability. Ally Sentnor and Croix Bethune scored for the hosts, while Tatumn Milazzo provided the only goal for the visitors. Kansas City created chances worth 1.52 expected goals, significantly higher than Utah Royals FC's 0.94 expected goals. Despite the visitors' efforts, Kansas City's clinical finishing was evident, making the win deserved and controlled.
Bay FC cruise past Summit, 2-1
Bay FC dominated Denver Summit, creating 2.36 expected goals to 0.75, and secured a commanding 2-1 victory. Joelle Anderson and Alex Pfeiffer scored for Bay, while Melissa Kössler netted for Summit. The hosts maintained their 14th-place standing, 11 points behind Summit, who sit 10th with 38 points.
North Carolina Courage make fewer chances count against Racing Louisville FC.
North Carolina Courage won their match against Racing Louisville FC with a 2-1 score. North Carolina Courage created chances worth 1.39 expected goals, while Racing Louisville FC created chances worth 2.14 expected goals. Despite creating the better chances, Racing Louisville FC were unable to score a goal, while North Carolina Courage scored two goals. North Carolina Courage are now 18 points ahead of Racing Louisville FC in the standings.
Houston Dash won 1-0 against San Diego Wave FC, despite the hosts creating the better chances
Houston Dash won 1-0 against San Diego Wave FC, despite the hosts creating the better chances. Houston Dash scored 1, about what their chances were worth (0.61 expected goals), while San Diego Wave FC scored 0 from chances worth 1.89 expected goals. San Diego Wave FC sit 2 of 16 on 54 pts, and Houston Dash sit 13 of 16 on 30 pts. Points gap: San Diego Wave FC are 24 points ahead of Houston Dash in the standings.
Portland Thorns FC edge Washington Spirit at Lumen Field
Portland Thorns FC edged Washington Spirit 1-0 at Lumen Field, despite creating only 0.56 expected goals to the Spirit's 1.13. Olivia Moultrie scored the only goal for the Thorns, who made fewer chances count than their opponent. Portland Thorns FC sit 7 of 16 on 44 points, 8 points behind the Spirit, who sit 3 of 16 on 52 points.