4 things about Washington Spirit’s win over Gotham FC

Kelley Piper / Black and Red UnitedThe Washington Spirit have just completed a feat they hadn’t accomplished all season: go on a winning streak. Even more shocking, particularly given the chaos of the 4-3 versus San Diego, is that the 2-0 over Gotham was — I’m gonna say it, I’m gonna say it and you can’t stop me — somewhat comfortable?

We’re in a strange new world with the 2022 Spirit and we like this one much better. It may be too late for the playoffs, but not for our hearts. Let’s discuss:

So fresh and so clean (clean)

In the postmatch press conference, interim head coach noted that he was pleased with the win but was specifically pleased with the clean sheet, remarking that the Spirit…