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Orlando 0-0 Kansas City (September 13, 2024) Match Analysis


Orlando 0-0 Kansas City (September 13, 2024) Match Analysis

The Orlando Pride extended their winning streak to 21 games on Friday night with a 0-0 draw with the Kansas City Current at Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando, Florida. Both teams had chances but were unable to put the ball in the net in a hard-fought game.

Both sides had chances in the first half but failed to capitalize. Marta’s left-footed shot from outside the box was saved by current goalkeeper Almuth Schult, while Barbra Banda’s right-footed shot went just wide for Orlando. At the other end, Vanessa DiBernardo’s effort was saved by Anna Moorhouse.

The second half was a similar story as neither team was able to capitalize on their chances. Temwa Chawinga had several attempts for Kansas City. Marta continued to pose a threat for Orlando with two more shots that were saved by Schult.

Kansas City’s Vanessa DiBernardo left the game in the 83rd minute due to injury and was replaced by Desiree Scott.

The game ended goalless despite eight minutes of stoppage time. Adriana had a good chance for Orlando in stoppage time when her right-footed shot went just over the bar.

With this result, Orlando Pride (14-6-0) remains at the top of the league table with 48 points, while Kansas City Current (11-6-3) has 39 points.

Up next: The Pride takes on NJ/NY Gotham FC on September 20 at 7 p.m. at Red Bull Arena, broadcast live on NWSL+. The Current takes on San Diego Wave FC on September 21 at 8 p.m. at Children’s Mercy Park, available on Paramount+.

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