Angel City, Utah Royals Play to 1-1 Draw

In a concluding match of the NWSL regular season, Utah Royals FC and Angel City FC played to a 1-1 draw at BMO Stadium, both teams already eliminated from playoff contention. Claudia Zornoza put the Royals ahead in the 21st minute with a free kick, marking her eighth goal from outside the box this season. Angel City equalized in the 57th minute thanks to Sydney Leroux's impressive volley, her seventh goal of the season. Despite the draw, Angel City extended its unbeaten streak to three games, largely due to goalkeeper Didi Haracic's career-high nine saves. The Royals finished their season with a four-game unbeaten streak and will face NJ/NY Gotham FC for Fan Appreciation Night in their final match. Both teams aim to improve next season after disappointing campaigns, with Angel City seeking to match its previous two seasons' win totals in its last game on November 1.