LA's Angel City falls short in response to Washington's Croix Bethune's goal, ending the match in a tie.
In a thrilling encounter, Angel City FC and the Spirit played out a dramatic 2-2 draw in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). The result marked Angel City's ninth game without a loss and halted their losing streak at two games, keeping their playoff hopes alive.
The match began on a high note for the Spirit, with Evelyn Shores scoring her first NWSL goal in the 14th minute, assisted by Gisele Thompson. Thompson, who has five assists this season, tied for the league lead, played a crucial role in the opening goal.
However, the Spirit's lead was short-lived as Trinity Rodman equalised for the Spirit in the 12th minute, after her initial penalty attempt was stopped. Deborah Abiodun, who returned to the match with a head wrap following an injury, played a part in the equaliser.
The first half took an unexpected turn when Abiodun was injured during a collision with Angel City's Jun Endo, resulting in a lengthy delay. Despite the setback, Abiodun managed to return to the field, demonstrating her resilience.
In the second half, Tara McKeown scored an own goal for the Spirit in the 56th minute, giving Angel City FC a temporary lead. However, the Spirit responded swiftly, with Angela Bethune equalising the match in the 65th minute, securing a well-deserved point for both teams.
The draw saw the Spirit remain in second place in the league standings, while Angel City FC remain below the playoff line. The Kansas City Current, who currently hold first place, will be keenly watching the developments in the race for the playoffs.
The head coach of Angel City FC, Alexander Straus, will be hoping for a turnaround in fortunes as the team looks to secure a playoff berth. The next few matches will be crucial for Angel City FC, with every game counting in the quest for a playoff spot.
In the meantime, the Spirit will be content with their performance, having shown resilience to come back from behind and secure a valuable point against a tough opponent. The Spirit will be aiming to maintain their position in the standings and continue their push for the title.
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