Jess Fishlock etched her name deeper into Seattle Reign history on Friday by surpassing the club’s all-time scoring record previously held by Megan Rapinoe. The 39-year-old Welsh midfielder netted two goals in Seattle’s 2-0 victory against Boston, securing her 52nd career goal for the team.
This milestone comes just months before Fishlock is expected to retire, marking a significant personal and professional achievement as she takes over the scoring mantle from the retired Rapinoe.
Fishlock expressed her mixed feelings about the record-breaking moment with light-hearted humor, stating, “I can’t wait to text her, and tell her that unfortunately I broke her record.”
The victory not only highlighted Fishlock’s enduring prowess but also kept Seattle firmly in the race for a playoff spot. Currently sitting at No. 8, the Reign remain within striking distance of the top five, with only four points separating the teams ranked fifth through ninth in the National Women’s Soccer League standings. With just four regular-season matches remaining, every point is crucial.
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While Seattle solidified their playoff hopes, the weekend also saw a notable upset as No. 6 Angel City climbed the standings by defeating No. 3 Washington 1-0 on Saturday. This result injected fresh competition into the tightly contested playoff picture, intensifying the battle as the regular season heads into its final stretch.