Utah v Chicago
Schlegel, Cook lead Red Stars past Royals
Ally Schlegel and Ava Cook each netted a goal in the second half to lead the Chicago Red Stars to a 2-0 win over the Utah Royals on Saturday.
Schlegel scored the opening goal in the 50th minute, heading in a cross from Sam Staab. Cook added some insurance with a goal in the 77th minute off an assist from Ally Cook.
Goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher played a crucial role as well, making six saves to secure a clean sheet.
Royals Hannah Betfort was particularly active up front but couldn't convert her multiple chances into goals.
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Sandy, Utah, USA
Crew Member:Gerald Flores
NWSL Standings
| Team | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Wave FC | 15 | 9 | 1 | 5 | +6 | 28 |
| Washington Spirit | 13 | 8 | 3 | 2 | +12 | 27 |
| Portland Thorns FC | 14 | 8 | 3 | 3 | +10 | 27 |
| Gotham FC | 13 | 7 | 3 | 3 | +7 | 24 |
| Utah Royals | 14 | 7 | 3 | 4 | +5 | 24 |
| Kansas City Current | 14 | 8 | 0 | 6 | +1 | 24 |
| North Carolina Courage | 13 | 6 | 3 | 4 | +4 | 21 |
| Orlando Pride | 14 | 6 | 2 | 6 | +2 | 20 |
| Angel City FC | 13 | 6 | 1 | 6 | +6 | 19 |
| Denver Summit FC | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | +1 | 15 |
| Bay FC | 13 | 4 | 3 | 6 | -6 | 15 |
| Seattle Reign FC | 12 | 4 | 2 | 6 | -5 | 14 |
| Houston Dash | 13 | 4 | 2 | 7 | -6 | 14 |
| Boston Legacy FC | 14 | 3 | 4 | 7 | -6 | 13 |
| Chicago Stars FC | 14 | 4 | 0 | 10 | -20 | 12 |
| Racing Louisville FC | 13 | 2 | 1 | 10 | -11 | 7 |
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