Match review: Royals take 2-1 victory at Orlando, RSL falls 1-0 to the Rapids
Cloé Lacasse continues to make club history in Utah Royals FC 2-1 victory
The Utah Royals FC secured a 2-1 victory over the Orlando Pride in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) on Tuesday, marking their first sweep of the team in club history. The Royals took the lead in the 52nd minute when Cloé Lacasse (18) assisted by Paige Cronin (4) scored a one-touch left-footed goal. Orlando Pride managed to level the score in the 68th minute through a header by Banda, but Lacasse sealed the win for Utah in the 69th minute with a decisive goal.
For the Royals, Lacasse leads the league in goal contributions with 18 goals this season and set a new club record with 11 assists in a single season. RSL captain Rafael Cabral made crucial saves in the first half to keep Colorado Colorado Real Salt Lake in the game, but they were unable to secure a victory despite having several scoring opportunities.
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