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Midfielder Maggie Graham scored the game-winning goal for Houston, while rookie Kat Rader added her fourth goal of the season. The win was also the first home victory for the Dash against Angel City in club history.
Houston struck first in the 17th minute after a strong attack down the right side. Defender Avery Patterson sent the ball forward before forward Kate Faasse found Rader inside the box. The rookie calmly moved around the goalkeeper and scored from close range to give Houston a 1-0 lead.
Angel City answered in the 26th minute after earning a penalty kick. Forward Maiara Niehues converted the chance to tie the match at 1-1.
The Dash regained the lead later in the game with a smooth passing play through midfield. Sophie Schmidt passed to Danny Colaprico, who quickly found Graham in open space. Graham dribbled toward the edge of the box and fired a shot into the bottom corner for her third goal of the year.
Goalkeeper Caroline DeLisle made her first career NWSL start and finished with two saves. She made several key plays early in the match to keep Houston in control.
Patterson also played an important role on defense. She finished with 15 recoveries and five interceptions while helping stop several dangerous Angel City chances.
Houston continued to pressure late in the match as Clarissa Larisey created multiple scoring opportunities, including a strong run in the 73rd minute that narrowly missed the post.
The Dash will now travel to face NJ/NY Gotham FC on May 31 before the league pauses for the summer break.
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