Angel City FC Scores First 10-Win Season in Club History

Angel City FC reached a milestone Wednesday night that proves comeback stories aren't just for the movies.

The LA-based women's soccer team defeated Seattle Reign 3-1 at BMO Stadium, securing their first 10-win season since the club's founding. Just last year, Angel City struggled through a 7-6-13 record that left fans wondering what went wrong.

Now sitting at 10-6-8, the team is rewriting its own history books.

Forward Ally Sentnor opened the scoring in the 20th minute from the penalty spot after Seattle's Angharad James-Turner was called for a handball. It was Sentnor's fourth goal of the season and her second straight penalty conversion.

Seattle nearly answered back five minutes later when midfielder Jess Fishlock's shot clanged off the left post. Defender Emily Sans cleared the rebound to keep Angel City's lead intact.

The home team doubled their advantage in the 40th minute when midfielder Ary Borges headed in a cross from Evelyn Shores. Goalkeeper Angelina Anderson kept Seattle off the board through the first half with two crucial saves, including a 30th-minute stop on Maddie Mercado's powerful left-footed shot.

Angel City added an exclamation point in the 81st minute when Taylor Suarez scored just 21 seconds after entering as a substitute. That goal broke the NWSL record for fastest goal by a substitute in league history.

Seattle's Sofia Huerta scored a late consolation goal from outside the box, but the damage was done.

The Ripple Effect

This win represents more than just one victory. Angel City now holds multiple club records, including four consecutive multi-goal games, most road wins in a season, and total goals scored.

The turnaround shows what happens when a team refuses to let one disappointing season define them. Young players like Sentnor are stepping up in crucial moments while veterans provide the stability needed for playoff pushes.

Women's soccer continues growing in popularity across the country, and stories like Angel City's transformation give new fans reasons to tune in. The team's success also validates the investment Los Angeles has made in women's professional sports.

Angel City faces Utah Royals FC on Sunday, September 20, with a chance to reach 11 wins and strengthen their playoff position.