Washington Spirit earns a 2-1 win in extra time over Bay FC

The Washington Spirit Are Two Wins Away From a NWSL Championship. Here’s What You Need to Know.
Three years after winning the National Women’s Soccer League championship, the Washington Spirit two victories away from a second title: on Saturday, they'll be taking on defending champion NY/NJ Gotham FC in a league playoff semifinal match at Audi Field.
Washington Spirit earns a 2-1 win in extra time over Bay FC in the first round of the NWSL playoffs
Trinity Rodman's cross was deflected into the goal in extra time to give the Washington Spirit a 2-1 victory over Bay FC in the first round of the National Women's Soccer League playoffs.
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Washington Spirit beat Bay FC to reach NWSL semifinals
Trinity Rodman forced an own goal in extra time to help the Washington Spirit come from behind and earn a 2-1 win over Bay FC in the opening round of the National Women's Soccer League playoffs on Sunday.
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