OL Reign denied Racing Louisville back-to-back Women’s Cup victories, stealing the tournament in a 2-1 come-from-behind win Saturday.
Racing Louisville got on the board first, with Kristen Davis scoring a far-post banger off the half turn to put her side up 1-0 in the 34th minute.
Kirsten Davis scores off of a half turn and it's a light show in Louisville! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/VrtXXIKlY3
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Second-half subs were the difference makers for OL Reign, with Olivia Athens nodding in a corner from Tziarra King to equalize in the 59th minute.
Olivia Athens!
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She comes off the bench to level it up. 🍿 pic.twitter.com/MRUrbO4RmO
Less than ten minutes later, Jordyn Huitema logged the go-ahead goal for OL Reign, splitting the Louisville defense before letting off a low shot from the top of the box.
Jordyn Huitema makes it 2-1! What a finish from the striker. 💥
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The ball from Jimena López though. 🥶 pic.twitter.com/VFLS8rL5ok
OL Reign coach Laura Harvey praised the team’s substitutes, speaking to the club’s roster depth following Saturday’s win.
“That’s probably the most rewarding thing for me in this tournament,” said Harvey. “You’re seeing the future of what this club could be moving forward.”
Earlier in the day, America Femenil defeated AC Milan 5-4 in a thrilling third-place match, rounding out the Women’s Cup podium.
Linda Tucceri Cimini with a ridiculous free-kick!
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She goes top bins. 🎯 pic.twitter.com/Ltl62jAIbM