NWSL Gotham FC completed a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory against Seattle Reign at Icahn Stadium, scoring three goals in the final 16 minutes of the match, including two deep into stoppage time, to secure the win.
Seattle Reign Builds Early Two-Goal Advantage
Seattle Reign opened the scoring in the 14th minute of the match. Mia Renee Fishel successfully converted a penalty kick, giving the away side an early lead. Just eight minutes later, Seattle Reign extended their advantage. Madison Mercado scored in the 22nd minute, doubling the visitors’ lead to 2-0. Seattle Reign maintained this two-goal difference for the remainder of the first half, holding a 2-0 scoreline as teams headed into the interval.
Gotham FC Initiates Second Half Comeback
The second half saw Gotham FC working to reduce the deficit. The home side’s persistence resulted in a goal in the 81st minute. Esther González Rodríguez found the net, bringing the score to 2-1. This goal halved Seattle Reign’s lead with less than ten minutes of regular time remaining, setting up a tense conclusion to the match. Gotham FC continued to seek a leveling goal.
González Rodríguez Levels Score in Stoppage Time
As the match entered its final moments, Gotham FC still trailed by a single goal. The home side found an equalizer in the 90+4 minute of play. Esther González Rodríguez scored her second goal of the night, leveling the score at 2-2. This goal marked a significant shift in the match, bringing Gotham FC level for the first time since the 22nd minute when Seattle Reign had established their two-goal lead. The score remained 2-2 as the match progressed further into stoppage time.
Lavelle’s Decisive Strike Seals Victory
With the score tied and the match deep into stoppage time, Gotham FC secured a decisive goal. Rosemary Kathleen Lavelle scored in the 90+7 minute, putting Gotham FC ahead 3-2. Lavelle’s late strike completed the turnaround, securing all three points for Gotham FC at Icahn Stadium. The final score of 3-2 was confirmed following a sequence of three Gotham goals in the closing stages of the match, overturning an earlier two-goal deficit.
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