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DiBernardo scores as Current rally for 2-1 victory over Spirit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 2:02 AM

Last updated Oct 26, 2026

DiBernardo scores as Current rally for 2-1 victory over Spirit

Summary

Vanessa DiBernardo scored the winning goal in the 17th minute, allowing Kansas City Current to defeat Washington Spirit 2-1 on Sunday. After Clara Luvunga's early goal put the Spirit ahead, Lo'eau LaBonta equalized for the Current shortly thereafter. DiBernardo capitalized on a defensive error and pressure from Haley Hopkins to secure her first goal of the season. The Current held off a strong performance from the Spirit, who finished with 60% possession but could not convert more scoring chances. In other action, Gotham FC won 2-1 against Orlando Pride, and Boston Legacy played San Diego Wave to a 2-2 draw.

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By the Numbers

•Kansas City Current rally from an early deficit to win 2-1.
•Clara Luvunga scored first for Washington Spirit.
•Lo'eau LaBonta equalized for Current shortly after the Spirit’s goal.
•DiBernardo netted the game-winner in the 17th minute.
•Kansas City holds off Spirit despite lower possession.

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2:02 AMYahoo Sports — DiBernardo's goal lifts the Current to a 2-1 win over the Spirit

What they're saying

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Vanessa DiBernardo capped a frantic five-minute stretch with the winning goal in the 17th minute and the Kansas City Current rallied past the Washington Spirit 2-1 on Sunday. In the day's other National Women's Soccer League matches, Gotham FC edged the Orlando Pride 2-1 and the Boston Legacy played the San Diego Wave to a 2-2 draw.
— Yahoo Sportsby DREW RENNER

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