NWSL Boston Legacy defeated Chicago Stars 2-0 at Boston Stadium in an NWSL fixture. Amanda Gutierres dos Santos opened the scoring from a penalty in the 22nd minute, and Nichelle Patrice Prince added a second goal for the home side in the 58th minute. Boston Legacy registered 19 shots with 5 on target, while Chicago Stars recorded 8 shots, 4 of which were on target. Chicago maintained 47% possession during the match.
Gutierres dos Santos Puts Boston Ahead from the Spot
The opening goal arrived in the 22nd minute. Boston Legacy earned a penalty after a foul occurred inside the penalty area. Amanda Gutierres dos Santos stepped up to take the resulting spot-kick. The forward successfully converted the chance, sending the ball past the Chicago goalkeeper. This goal gave Boston Legacy a 1-0 lead, establishing the scoreline in the first half.Following Boston’s opening goal, Chicago Stars recorded four shots on target before the halftime break. The visitors maintained 47% possession across the full match, but did not find a goal. Boston Legacy held their one-goal advantage through the remainder of the first half. Boston also recorded a total of 19 shots in the match, with 5 on target. No further goals were scored before the interval. Boston Legacy led 1-0 as the teams departed for halftime.
Prince Extends Boston Legacy’s Advantage
The second half began with Boston Legacy holding their one-goal advantage. The home side found another scoring opportunity in the 58th minute. Nichelle Patrice Prince received the ball and finished the play, sending it past the Chicago goalkeeper. This goal extended the home side’s lead to 2-0, providing a greater margin for Boston Legacy.
Boston Legacy Secures Clean Sheet
With a two-goal advantage, Boston Legacy maintained their lead through the final stages of the match. Chicago Stars continued their attempts to score, registering a total of 8 shots, with 4 on target. However, Chicago’s efforts did not result in a goal. The only yellow card of the game was issued to Boston Legacy’s Alba Caño Isant in the 76th minute. Boston Legacy secured the 2-0 victory at Boston Stadium. The home side also registered a clean sheet, preventing Chicago from scoring.
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