The Washington Spirit have rounded into form, but face their toughest task yet in the 2022 Challenge Cup as they head on the road to face the North Carolina Courage. Since falling behind by two goals at Audi Field to this Courage side, the Spirit have outscored opponents 9-2, storming back in that game to get a draw before big wins in their next two games. However, North Carolina holds the edge in terms of advancing to the knockout round, and the Spirit very likely need what would be just their second win ever in Cary to advance in the tournament.