Reign FC’s loss to Thorns FC on Saturday was a major setback for the team’s chances of earning a first-round bye in the NWSL playoffs. Reign FC had been in the hunt for the top spot in the league standings, but the loss to Thorns FC dropped them to third place.
The match was a close one, with Reign FC taking an early lead in the first half. However, Thorns FC was able to equalize in the second half and then score the winning goal in the 88th minute. The result was a disappointment for Reign FC, who had been hoping to secure a first-round bye in the playoffs.
Reign FC had been on a good run of form prior to the match, having won their last four matches. However, the loss to Thorns FC has put a dent in their playoff hopes. With only two matches remaining in the regular season, Reign FC will need to win both of them in order to have a chance at earning a first-round bye.
The loss to Thorns FC was especially disappointing for Reign FC, as it was a match they were expected to win. The team had been playing well in recent weeks and had been hoping to secure a first-round bye in the playoffs. Unfortunately, that is now looking increasingly unlikely.
Reign FC will now have to focus on winning their remaining two matches and hope that other teams slip up in order to have a chance at earning a first-round bye. It will be a tough task, but one that Reign FC will be determined to accomplish.
