No Carli Lloyd, no problem.
Houston’s Brazilian internationals Poliana and Andressa both found the back of the net, as the Houston Dash defeated the Washington Spirit 2-1 at BBVA Compass Stadium in Houston.
Despite Lloyd being unable to play to due to a suspension, the Dash earned an important victory, as the team came together for arguably their best performance of the season. Houston’s first goal came in the 25th minute as the perfect execution of a short corner kick. Janine Beckie placed a cross towards the box and Poliana flicked her header towards the back post and past Stephanie Labbé for a 1-0 advantage.