A stellar first half was enough for the Washington Spirit, who rode a Bayley Feist goal to a 1-0 win over the Houston Dash at the NWSL Challenge Cup. Feist’s 16th minute goal was the highlight of a strong opening half, but Washington lost their way after halftime, especially following an injury to Andi Sullivan, leading to a nervy finish.
Despite being without Rose Lavelle and Jordan DiBiasi — both held out with knocks in the hopes that they’ll be fit for the knockout round — Washington got off to a fast start.