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Forward Makenzey Robbe scored the only goal of the match in first-half stoppage time. The forward finished a pass from midfielder Maggie Graham with a right-footed shot at the far post. It was Robbe’s first goal for Houston and gave the Dash the lead just before halftime.
The victory was an important milestone for Houston. It marked the team’s first season-opening win since 2017 and the club’s first-ever road victory on opening weekend in the National Women's Soccer League.
Goalkeeper Jane Campbell played a key role in the win. She made nine saves and kept San Diego off the scoreboard. Early in the match, Campbell stopped a close shot from Dudinha in the ninth minute. Defender Malia Berkely then cleared the loose ball before it could cross the goal line.
Houston also created chances before scoring. In the 27th minute, Graham found midfielder Linda Ullmark near the top of the box. Ullmark’s shot hit the post, and her rebound attempt was blocked before forward Kate Faasse had a shot saved.
Several Dash players made their professional debut in the match, including Ullmark, Faasse, defender Leah Klenke and forward Kat Rader.
Campbell protected the lead late in the game. She made two key saves in the second half, stopping shots from Kristen McNabb and Lia Godfrey.
The shutout was Campbell’s 43rd regular-season clean sheet, placing her among the league’s top goalkeepers.
Houston will return home next Saturday, March 21, to host Boston Legacy FC at Shell Energy Stadium in its home opener.
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