The Columbus Eagles came into Sunday afternoon’s match against Steel City FC in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, experiencing an unfamiliar feeling. For the first time in franchise history, Columbus controlled its own destiny pending the outcome of the team’s final match of the Women’s Professional Soccer League season. The equation was simple, win and the Eagles secure second place in the WPSL Valley Division. A tie or loss could prove devastating and earn a third or fourth place finish. Tarnishing the feel of an already record-breaking season for the club.
Columbus began the match looking to put the game out of reach early.