Utah Royals W defeats Portland Thorns W in a thrilling match
Utah Royals W secured a 3-1 victory over Portland Thorns W in a thrilling match that was decided in the second half. The game was played at Providence Park in Portland, Oregon on October 6, 2024.
The first goal came in the 47th minute from H. Betfort for Utah Royals W. Just three minutes later, C. Zornoza scored the second goal for her team, extending the lead. Portland Thorns W pulled one back in the 52nd minute with a penalty goal from O. Moultrie.
Despite attempts by Portland Thorns W to equalize, Utah Royals W maintained their lead and secured the win.
Statistics:
* Possession: Utah Royals W 55%, Portland Thorns W 45%
* Shots: Utah Royals W 21 (9 on target, 6 off target), Portland Thorns W 12 (4 on target, 4 off target)
* Corners: Utah Royals W 4, Portland Thorns W 3
* Fouls: Utah Royals W 8, Portland Thorns W 8
* Yellow Cards: None for both teams.
* Red Cards: None for both teams.
The match was officiated by referee R. Pagan.
Substitutions utah royals w: at minute 57 C. Tucker came in and M. Tanaka went out., at minute 90 D. Foederer came in and A. Sentnor went out.
Substitutions portland thorns w: at minute 73 P. Linnehan came in and M. Muller went out., at minute 77 N. Payne came in and K. Hubly went out., at minute 90 A. Spaanstra came in and M. Weaver went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Portland Thorns W
Utah Royals W
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