Angel City FC rallies late to earn draw with Chicago

Published: Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 4:46 am

Angel City FC Secures Draw Against Chicago in Thrilling Match

In a rollercoaster of a match, Angel City FC managed to claw back a draw against Chicago, finishing with a 2-2 scoreline. The game, marked by dramatic shifts in momentum, saw Angel City score first, only to fall behind in the second half before mounting a late comeback.

The debut of new coach Alex Straus was certainly eventful. Angel City took the lead in the 29th minute with a goal from Kennedy Fuller. However, Chicago responded in the 58th minute, leveling the score. Chicago then took the lead in the 66th minute with a long-distance strike.

The game's turning point came in the 70th minute when a potential handball by M.A. Vignola in the Angel City box was reviewed but not called, denying Chicago a penalty. This reprieve seemed to ignite Angel City, as Vignola herself scored the equalizer in the 80th minute, salvaging a point for the team.

Both teams had opportunities to secure a victory in the closing moments. Chicago's Shea Groom hit the post late in stoppage time, while Angel City's Christen Press forced a save on a challenging shot.

Adding to the emotional weight of the game, defender Savy King, who recently underwent heart surgery, was in attendance, watching from a suite. King is currently on medical leave after collapsing during a match in May.

Angel City will play their final home game before the NWSL break against the North Carolina Courage. The teams will conclude the regular season against each other in November.

BNN's Perspective: This match highlights the unpredictable nature of sports. While Angel City will be disappointed not to secure a win, the resilience shown in coming back from a deficit is encouraging. The team will need to build on this performance as they head into the final stretch of the season.

Keywords: Angel City FC, Chicago, NWSL, soccer, draw, M.A. Vignola, Kennedy Fuller, Savy King, Alex Straus, Christen Press, Shea Groom, Nadia Gomes, Aly Schegel, BMO Stadium, sports, football

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