Metayer’s rebound goal gives the Spirit a 1-0 victory over Bay FC

Paige Metayer scored a crucial rebound goal, giving the Washington Spirit a 1-0 victory over Bay FC on Sunday. Trinity Rodman had a shot hit the crossbar, prompting Metayer to crash the goal line and knock in the rebound before goalkeeper Jordan Silkowitz could react. The Spirit's Paige Metayer and Gabrielle Carle both received yellow cards for late tackles.

Bay FC, at 6-11-4, stayed level with the Spirit, matching Washington's four shots on goal and slightly edging them in possession. Bay FC committed just five fouls to Washington's 10 as the Spirit secured their first win in five matches. The Seattle Reign secured a 1-0 win over the Houston Dash, with Dahlien scoring her sixth career winner in the 52nd minute.

Maddie Mercado provided the assist, and Dahlien had five shots, four on target. Maddie Mercado also sent a well-placed cross into Dahlien's path. Seattle's Ainsley McCammon and Houston's Linda Ullmark are expected to join the U-20 women's national team before returning to their clubs.