The goalkeeper pool has expanded for Farid Benstiti and OL Reign. Cosette Morché is no longer the only Reign goalkeeper under contract after the club announced the acquisition of England goalkeeper Karen Bardsley on loan from Manchester City. Her loan will last until June 30, 2021.
Despite featuring internationally for England, Bardsley does not require an international slot. She is a U.S. citizen, having been born in Santa Monica, California. She attended college at Cal State Fullerton from 2002-06.
“Karen is a player with very big experience. She has played in many important games and knows what it takes to win big matches,” OL Reign head coach Farid Benstiti said in a team release.