Royals beat Summit 2-1 in NWSL to run unbeaten streak to 9
The Utah Royals defeated the Denver Summit 2-1 in a National Women’s Soccer League match, extending their unbeaten streak to nine games. Kiana Palacios and Mina Tanaka scored for the Royals, while Yazmeen Ryan netted a goal for the Summit. The Royals now share the top spot in the standings with the Portland Thorns.
- ▪Kiana Palacios scored her first career NWSL goal in the 20th minute.
- ▪Mina Tanaka converted a penalty kick in the 72nd minute to secure the win.
- ▪The Royals' unbeaten streak has now reached nine games.
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