Battle of the East: Washington Spirit and Orlando Pride Face Off in Highly Anticipated NWSL Matchup

The Washington Spirit and Orlando Pride will face off in a highly anticipated NWSL regular-season game on Friday, April 26, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. ET at Audi Field in Washington D.C. This matchup is expected to be challenging as both teams have been performing well in recent games.

Head Coach Seb Hines recognizes the strength of the Orlando Pride, who have been undefeated in their last four games with four wins. Despite the challenges ahead, Hines is confident that his team is prepared and aware of the threats posed by Orlando’s front line. He hopes for an entertaining and competitive game that will be a testament to both teams’ skill and determination.

In their last matchup, the Pride faced San Diego Wave FC and emerged victorious with a 1-0 win, thanks to Summer Yates’ goal. On the other hand, Washington Spirit secured a 2-0 win against NJ/NY Gotham FC with goals from Croix Bethune and Ashley Hatch.

The series record between these two teams stands at 6-6-6, with the last matchup resulting in a 1-0 victory for Washington Spirit. The upcoming game presents an opportunity for both teams to break the tie and secure a much-needed win in this highly competitive league.

As for upcoming games, the Orlando Pride will face North Carolina Courage on Wednesday, May 1 at 7 p.m. ET at INTER&Co Stadium in Orlando, Florida. This game will be broadcast nationally on NWSL+ and locally on Bally Sports Sun as part of the NWSL regular season competition.

Overall, fans can expect an exciting game between these two talented teams as they strive for victory in this closely watched NWSL regular season encounter.