Angel City Defeats Washington Spirit 4-3 with Mexican Star Rebeca Bernal
Angel City FC Edges Washington Spirit in Thrilling NWSL Match
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 2, 2025) – Angel City FC defeated the Washington Spirit 4-3 on Friday in a high-scoring NWSL match that saw multiple lead changes and a dramatic finish. The victory propelled the Los Angeles-based team to second place in the league standings with 14 points.
First Half Action
Angel City came out strong at Audi Field, with Riley tiernan scoring in the 8th minute to give the visitors an early advantage. Gisele Thompson quickly followed with another goal, extending Angel City’s lead to 2-0.
The Washington Spirit,featuring Mexican player Rebeca Bernal,responded with Esme Morgan scoring in the 30th minute after an Ashley Hatch header.Gift Monday then equalized for the Spirit before halftime, making the score 2-2.
Second Half Scramble
The second half continued with the same intensity. Katie Zelem put angel City ahead 3-2 in the 72nd minute, but Esme Morgan scored again for the Spirit in the 89th minute, tying the game once more.
Tiernan Seals the Win
With time running out,Angel City pressed forward. Riley Tiernan scored her second goal of the match, securing a 4-3 victory for Angel City FC.
looking Ahead
Angel City FC will host the Utah Royals in their next match. The Washington Spirit, with Rebeca Bernal, will travel to face the chicago red Stars.
Angel City FC Edges Washington Spirit in Thrilling NWSL Match - Q&A
What was the final score of the Angel City FC vs.Washington Spirit match?
The final score of the match was Angel City FC 4, Washington Spirit 3.
Where and when did the Angel City FC vs. Washington Spirit match take place?
The match took place at audi Field in Washington, D.C., on Friday, May 2, 2025.
What was significant about this NWSL match?
This was a high-scoring NWSL match that featured multiple lead changes and a dramatic finish, keeping fans on the edge of their seats until the very end.
How did Angel City FC perform in the league standings after this win?
The victory propelled Angel City FC to second place in the league standings with 14 points.
What happened in the first half of the Angel City FC vs. Washington Spirit match?
- Angel city FC started strong with Riley Tiernan scoring in the 8th minute.
- Gisele Thompson quickly followed with another goal for Angel City, extending their lead to 2-0.
- The Washington Spirit responded with Esme Morgan scoring after an Ashley Hatch header.
- Gift Monday then equalized for the Spirit before halftime, making the score 2-2.
Who scored goals in the first half?
- Riley Tiernan (Angel City FC)
- Gisele Thompson (Angel City FC)
- Esme Morgan (washington Spirit)
- Gift Monday (Washington Spirit)
What happened in the second half of the match?
The second half maintained the same intensity as the first. Katie zelem put Angel City ahead 3-2 in the 72nd minute, but Esme Morgan scored again for the spirit in the 89th minute, tying the game once more. Riley Tiernan then sealed the win for Angel City FC by scoring her second goal of the match.
Who scored the winning goal for Angel City FC?
riley Tiernan scored her second goal of the match to secure the 4-3 victory for Angel City FC.
Who were the key players for Angel City FC in this match?
Riley Tiernan and Katie zelem are the key identified players who scored in this match.
Who were the key players for the Washington Spirit in this match?
Esme Morgan scored twice for the Washington Spirit.
Were any notable players involved from Washington Spirit?
Yes, Rebeca Bernal, a Mexican player, played for the Washington Spirit.
What are the upcoming matches for Angel City FC and Washington Spirit?
- Angel City FC will host the Utah Royals in their next match.
- The Washington Spirit,with Rebeca Bernal,will travel to face the Chicago Red Stars.
Can you summarize the key moments of the match in a table?
| Minute | Team | player | Action | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8′ | Angel City FC | Riley Tiernan | Goal | 1-0 |
| [Unknown] | Angel City FC | gisele Thompson | Goal | 2-0 |
| 30′ | Washington Spirit | Esme Morgan | Goal | 2-1 |
| [Unknown] | Washington Spirit | Gift Monday | Goal | 2-2 |
| 72′ | Angel City FC | Katie Zelem | Goal | 3-2 |
| 89′ | Washington Spirit | Esme Morgan | Goal | 3-3 |
| [Unknown] | Angel City FC | Riley Tiernan | Goal | 4-3 |
Where can I watch the highlights of the match?
You can watch the highlights from the match in the video below: