Maiara Niehues scores for Angel City in loss to North Carolina Courage

Angel City FC faced North Carolina Courage on May 31, 2026, in Los Angeles, ending with a 2-1 defeat. Maiara Niehues scored the lone goal for Angel City, equalizing early in the second half after Evelyn Ijeh opened the scoring for North Carolina. Despite Angel City dominating possession and producing more shots, they were unable to secure points before the upcoming NWSL Summer Break. The loss leaves Angel City at 12th in the league standings as they prepare to regroup during the month-long break ending July 3rd.

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