Maiara Niehues’ late goal lifts Angel City FC past Washington Spirit

Maiara Niehues scored in the 88th minute and Angel City FC earned a 1-0 road victory over the Washington Spirit on Saturday.

Carina Lageyre found Niehues near the top of the penalty area, and the Brazilian midfielder created enough space to curl a shot into the upper corner for the late winner.

The victory extended Angel City’s unbeaten streak to six matches and improved the club to 12-8-6. Angel City has won four of its past five matches after beating Utah, 3-0, last weekend.

Goalkeeper Angelina Anderson made two saves for her second consecutive shutout. Washington goalkeeper Sandy MacIver also made two saves.

The Spirit (14-8-4) lost their third consecutive match.

Angel City continues its road trip against defending NWSL champion Gotham FC on Oct. 4.

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