Democracy Dies in Darkness
Soccer
Marta’s Pride denies Spirit to claim its first NWSL championship
Washington fell behind in the first half on a Barbra Banda goal and couldn’t find an equalizer during a 1-0 loss in Kansas City, Missouri.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — For the Washington Spirit, needing to chase a tying goal with its season on the line was a given in these NWSL playoffs. After surrendering the opening strike in its quarterfinal and semifinal clashes, the Spirit dutifully delivered drama on both occasions by netting a late equalizer at Audi Field, then going on to advance.
