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Barbra Banda Leads Orlando Pride to 4-1 Victory

Barbra Banda Leads Orlando Pride to 4-1 Victory Over Chicago Red Stars

Barbra Banda Leads Orlando Pride to 4-1 Victory Over Chicago Red Stars

Zambia’s Barbra Banda showcased her scoring prowess with a remarkable brace, leading Orlando Pride to a convincing 4-1 victory over the Chicago Red Stars and securing a spot in the NWSL semifinals. Banda’s dynamic performance didn’t stop at just scoring; she also earned a crucial penalty that Brazilian legend Marta converted, cementing Pride’s dominance in this high-stakes matchup.

Banda opened the scoring with a clinical finish, setting the tone early in the match. Her second goal highlighted her technical finesse and powerful play, further emphasizing why she’s one of the most exciting players to watch this season. Banda’s penalty win was another key moment, as her aggressive push forward pressured Chicago’s defense, leading to the foul that Marta expertly converted.

With this win, Orlando Pride is the first team to advance to the semifinals in the 2024 NWSL playoffs, positioning them one step closer to the league championship. Their next opponent will be decided in the clash between Kansas City and NC Courage, setting up what promises to be an exciting semifinal showdown.

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