The North Carolina Courage lose 2-1 to the Utah Royals despite Ashley Sanchez tying the NWSL’s single-season scoring record. Utah gets goals from Cloé Lacasse and Cece Delzer to secure the win, spoiling the Courage’s late momentum after Sanchez’s milestone.
Utah strikes first, using a turnover to open the scoring in the 17th minute. Miyabi Moriya delivers the cross that sets up Lacasse, giving the Royals an early lead. North Carolina remains competitive and draws level through Sanchez, who matches the league mark for single-season goals. The Royals then find the winning goal, with Delzer scoring for a late edge.
In related NWSL action mentioned alongside the match, the Orlando Pride also play earlier on the day, beating Bay FC 3-1, as multiple games take place Sunday.
