This week we saw chaos in the NWSL (the good kind, thankfully), including some epic goals, great matchups, and a surprising upset. The UEFA Women’s Champions League found one finalist team last week, with the other playing today in a Leg 2 semifinals match. Plus, the 1,000th NWSL game took place between Racing Louisville and OL Reign! So, here’s this week’s women’s soccer news without further ado!
High of the Weekend
SHE’S OUR FREAKING KEEPER!!!!! #BAONPDX pic.twitter.com/O1PCR0u33w
— Portland Thorns FC (@ThornsFC) April 30, 2023
Bella Bixby scored the most epic goal of the season. The Portland Thorns keeper came all the way up for the game’s last play, and she backheeled the ball into the back of the net.
She’s only the second keeper to score a goal in NWSL history, and for it to be the game-tying goal to keep their undefeated streak is something special. Angel City did well, but not well enough with Bixby in the attack.
Low of the Weekend
Another reason why covering the NWSL is so challenging: where is this rule written down?
I searched the 61-page NWSL competition manual and 8-page rules/regulations guide and… nada. No mention that games can be considered complete after one half. https://t.co/j3nDq28Nlq
— Alex Azzi (@ByAlexAzzi) April…
