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Croix Bethune breaks NWSL single-season assists record for Kansas City

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 10:16 PM

Last updated Oct 25, 2026

Croix Bethune breaks NWSL single-season assists record for Kansas City

Summary

On October 25, Kansas City Current midfielder Croix Bethune broke the NWSL single-season assists record with her 11th assist during a match against the Washington Spirit. This historic assist came during a critical game where Kansas City scored two quick goals after initially conceding one. Bethune previously tied the record in her rookie season with the Washington Spirit. She aims to lead her team into the playoffs as they vie for postseason success and a chance to host a quarterfinal match. The game is still in progress with Kansas City leading 2-1.

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By the Numbers

•Bethune set the record during a crucial match on October 25.
•She previously tied the assists record during her rookie season.
•Kansas City leads the match 2-1 against Washington Spirit.
•The Current aims to secure a playoff berth and home advantage.
•Bethune has 23 career assists in three NWSL seasons.

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10:16 PMYahoo Sports — Kansas City midfielder Croix Bethune breaks NWSL single-season assist record against former club

What they're saying

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Kansas City Current midfielder Croix Bethune broke the National Women’s Soccer League’s single-season assists record on Sunday, tallying her 11th of the season in a crucial match against the Washington Spirit. She previously tied the same record during her rookie season in 2024 (then playing for the Spirit), matching the 10 recorded by former Portland Thorns midfielder Tobin Heath in 2016 and Utah Royals forward Cloé Lacasse this season. Bethune’s record-setting assist came on KC’s second goal a
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