The Orlando Pride have made NWSL history by recording their eighth consecutive win, marking the longest winning streak in the league’s history. The team is currently unbeaten in their past 11 games and sits at the top of the NWSL standings with 27 points. Head Coach Seb Hines credits the players and support staff for their success and emphasizes that they have bigger goals and objectives they are working towards this season.
Key international players, including Marta and Barbra Banda, along with goalkeeper Anna Moorhouse, have been instrumental in the Pride’s success this season. Banda scored two goals within 10 minutes in a recent game against the Portland Thorns, bringing her total to eight goals this season. Marta expressed the team’s hunger for success and consistency, stating that they are focused on fighting for three points in every game and continuing to improve throughout the season.
Despite conceding a goal in the second half of the game against Portland, the Pride maintained their composure and secured the win. Banda’s goals tied her with Sophia Smith for the most goals scored in the regular season. Head Coach Seb Hines praised Banda’s goal-scoring ability and credited the team’s overall quality and acquisitions for their success this season. Marta commented on the challenges of the league and the team’s need to adapt to different situations in order to achieve success.
After their victory against Portland, the Orlando Pride will enter a one-week international break before resuming the regular season in Week 11. They are scheduled to face San Diego Wave FC at Snapdragon Stadium on Friday, June 7. With their impressive winning streak and dominant performance in the NWSL, the Pride are setting their sights on continuing their success throughout the rest of the season. Their top spot in the standings and strong team dynamics have positioned them as a formidable force in the league.
