Washington Spirit secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Houston Dash with Trinity Rodman's stoppage-time winner.

What happened?

The match saw Rodman score twice, including the late winner, as Spirit defeated the Houston Dash. The victory lifted Washington Spirit to 2nd place in the league standings, with 44 points from 26 games, and a recent form of LWWLL.

Why it matters for Washington Spirit

The win keeps them within touching distance of the leaders, 21 points behind Kansas City W. Trinity Rodman's performance was witnessed by her boyfriend, Ben Shelton, who was in the stands at Audi Field.

What comes next?

Ben Shelton will now focus on the North American hard-court season, while Rodman and Washington Spirit look to build on their momentum. As of July 6, 2026, Washington Spirit has scored 42 goals and conceded 33, with a goal difference of +9. The team will aim to close the gap with the leaders in their upcoming matches.