The National Women’s Soccer League continues with week two action, and on Saturday the Houston Dash defeated the Chicago Red Stars 2-1. Dash defender Natalie Jacobs was credited with an own goal, but Houston forward’s Maria Sanchez and Diana Ordonez scored in the victory. It is the first time in league history that two members of the Mexican women’s national team have scored in a regular season NWSL match.
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Here are some takeaways from the match:
Ordonez and Sanchez score first goals with Dash
The Dash got off to a quick start testing the space behind the Red Stars’ three back. It took four minutes to produce a goal as Houston’s front three continue to build their chemistry this season. Ordonez’s movement and Ebony Salmon’s skill on the ball completely stretched the backline as Sanchez scored the opening goal.
Despite the Red Stars eventually playing their way into the match, the Dash spent more time on the ball in possession (52.3%) and exited the first half with more shots (three) and attempts on target (three), though Chicago’s ability to earn set…
