Dynamo Theory · Mar 21, 2022
Dash drop Challenge Cup Opener to Red Stars 3-1
The Houston Dash faced the Chicago Red Stars in the first game of the 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup for both teams on Sunday evening at PNC Stadium. Things got off to a good start for Houston, but then took a big turn downhill.
Katie Naughton and the Dash would strike first. Chicago’s Bianca St. Georges was issued a yellow card in the 18th minute after some great skill moves by Maria Sanchez, setting up a free kick. Rachel Daly’s free kick was whipped in to the box and Katie Naughton applied the finishing touch to give Houston the lead in the 19th minute.
The Red Stars would tie the match in the 27th minute with a goal by Mal Pugh. 1-1 was the halftime score as the teams went into the break even.