Penalty Kicks Rule in NWSL: A Look at the ‘After Dark’ Drama

Friday night in the National Women’s Soccer League showcased thrilling action in two of the four matches, highlighted by late goals, lengthy VAR reviews, and multiple penalty kicks, as Utah and San Diego secured narrow wins.

Goals and Penalty Kicks

The match between the Houston Dash and Racing Louisville was notable for its exciting 4-3 score and four penalty kicks awarded.

Racing Louisville took the lead in the 23rd minute with a penalty scored by Taylor Flint. Houston responded with a penalty of their own 15 minutes later, which Kat Rader successfully converted. Louisville regained the lead shortly into the second half when Sarah Weber capitalized on a ball that was halted in the six-yard box by a Houston defender.