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Reign, Angel City, Spirit Post 2-0 Shutouts; Denver Draws

7/14/2026

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NWSL Upsets

Seattle Reign beat Portland Thorns 2-0 with Ryanne Brown scoring and Cassie Miller in goal while Angel City upset San Diego Wave 2-0 with Maiara Niehues and Ary Borges scoring and goalkeeper Angelina Anderson in goal.
Washington Spirit won 2-0 at North Carolina Courage with Leicy Santos and Trinity Rodman scoring.
Denver Summit drew 2-2 with Houston Dash after Yazmeen Ryan scored in the 14th minute and Kat Rader equalized.

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ESPN Releases Rankings

ESPN released its weekly Power Rankings for all 16 NWSL teams after Matchday 12.
The rankings evaluate each club’s recent form and flag potential climbers and teams at risk of slipping.
Analysts compiled the list using performances from the weekend’s league matches.
The preview features Gotham FC’s home game on Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET, streamed on ESPN.

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NWSL Upsets

Seattle Reign beat Portland Thorns 2-0 with Ryanne Brown scoring and Cassie Miller in goal while Angel City upset San Diego Wave 2-0 with Maiara Niehues and Ary Borges scoring and goalkeeper Angelina Anderson in goal.
Washington Spirit won 2-0 at North Carolina Courage with Leicy Santos and Trinity Rodman scoring.
Denver Summit drew 2-2 with Houston Dash after Yazmeen Ryan scored in the 14th minute and Kat Rader equalized.

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