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Angel City struggles against Racing Louisville after early goals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 5:06 AM

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Angel City struggles against Racing Louisville after early goals
Summary

Angel City FC faced a setback on July 27, 2026, losing 2-1 to Racing Louisville FC at BMO Stadium. Despite controlling 67% of possession and outshooting Louisville 18 to 11, Angel City was unable to capitalize on opportunities. Maja Lardner scored both goals for Louisville before Sveindís Jónsdóttir reduced the deficit late in the match. The defeat marked the end of Angel City's three-match winning streak under interim coach Leif Smerud, who emphasized the need for better decision-making and defensive stability moving forward.

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  • •Angel City loses 2-1 to Racing Louisville FC on July 27, 2026.
  • •Despite 67% possession, Angel City struggles in attacking efficiency.
  • •Maja Lardner scores both goals for Louisville in the first half.
  • •Sveindís Jónsdóttir pulls one back for Angel City in the 80th minute.
  • •Leif Smerud calls for improved decision-making in the final third.
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  • 5:06 AMYahoo Sports — Angel City’s hot start under Smerud comes to a halt against Racing Louisville
What they're saying
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LOS ANGELES -- Angel City FC had spent the opening weeks of Leif Smerud's interim tenure building momentum.

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