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Cooper's First Touch Seals Current's Record 19th Win as Lorena Ties Shutout Mark

Angel City slips to 11th, seven points off the final playoff spot with three games left.

Overview

  • Michelle Cooper scored in the 59th minute on her first touch after entering, lifting Kansas City to a 1-0 road win at BMO Stadium.
  • The Current extended their unbeaten run to 16 matches and set a single-season NWSL high with 19 victories, including a 10th win away from home.
  • Goalkeeper Lorena posted her 13th clean sheet to match the league's single-season record set in 2024.
  • Kansas City played without Golden Boot leader Temwa Chawinga, who was sidelined by a knee injury.
  • Midfielder Hina Sugita made her Angel City debut following a trade from Portland involving M.A. Vignola and $600,000 in intraleague transfer funds.