On Sunday, June 28th, 2020, Veronica Latsko scored a late goal to preserve the OL Reign’s season and Megan Rapinoe’s career. The Reign, a professional soccer team in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), were playing against the Chicago Red Stars in the final regular-season game of the year. The Reign needed a win or a draw to make the playoffs and Rapinoe’s career was on the line as she was set to retire after the game.
In the 86th minute, Latsko scored the equalizing goal off of a corner kick from Rapinoe. The goal was a dramatic one, as it kept the Reign alive and kept Rapinoe’s career going. The Reign went on to win the game in penalty kicks, securing their spot in the playoffs and allowing Rapinoe to continue her career.
Latsko’s goal was a huge moment for the Reign and for Rapinoe. It was a moment that will be remembered for years to come. Latsko’s goal was not only a great moment for the Reign and Rapinoe, but it was also a great moment for women’s soccer. It showed that women’s soccer is just as competitive and exciting as men’s soccer.
Veronica Latsko’s goal was a great moment for the OL Reign and Megan Rapinoe. It allowed the Reign to make the playoffs and it allowed Rapinoe to continue her career. It was also a great moment for women’s soccer, showing that it is just as competitive and exciting as men’s soccer.
