After conceding a goal and equalizing just two minutes later, the Royals gave up a late goal to the Chicago Red Stars and lost 2-1, officially eliminating them from postseason contention.
On a counterattack in the 85th minute, Red Stars forward and leading scorer Sam Kerr took a shot that was saved by Royals goalkeeper Nicole Barnhart. But Yuki Nagasato was right there for the rebound and easily scored. The score was knotted at one goal apiece before that sequence.
In the 40th minute, the Royals attempted to clear a ball out of the box, but it didn’t go far enough.