The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) saw an exciting match on Saturday, as OL Reign secured a 3-1 victory over the Utah Royals FC. The win was made possible by a brace from forward Bethany Balcer, who scored two goals in the second half to secure the win for her team.
The match started off with a goal from Utah Royals FC forward Amy Rodriguez in the 26th minute. However, OL Reign was able to equalize in the 39th minute thanks to a goal from forward Jasmyne Spencer.
The second half saw OL Reign take control of the match, and it was Balcer who made the difference. In the 57th minute, she scored her first goal of the match to give OL Reign a 2-1 lead. She then added a second goal in the 78th minute to seal the victory for her team.
This was Balcer’s third goal of the season, and her first brace in the NWSL. She has been a key player for OL Reign this season, and her performance against Utah Royals FC was a testament to her talent.
The win was an important one for OL Reign, as it moved them up to fourth place in the NWSL standings. They now have nine points from seven matches, and are just two points behind third-placed Portland Thorns FC.
Overall, it was an impressive performance from OL Reign, and Balcer’s brace was the highlight of the match. Her goals were crucial in securing the win for her team, and she will be looking to continue her good form in the upcoming matches.
