The Pride score two early goals then hold off the Dash for a 2-1 victory
In a National Women's Soccer League match, the Orlando Pride secured a 2-1 victory over the Houston Dash. Luana and Solai Washington scored early goals for Orlando in the first half. Luana opened the scoring with a penalty kick in the 16th minute, following a foul by Miljana Ivanovic. Veteran forward Marta was expected to take the penalty, but she passed it to Luana, who scored her first goal of the season past Houston goalkeeper Jane Campbell.
In the 31st minute, rookie forward Danielle Colaprico equalized for Houston with her first NWSL goal after capitalizing on a failed Orlando clearance. The game remained tied until halftime.
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