Houston Dash lost 3-0 to Kansas City Current. The match saw Temwa Chawinga score twice.

What happened?

The Current's win extended their regular-season unbeaten streak at CPKC Stadium to 21 matches. Houston Dash started with four first-year players on the field. Their rookie class has combined for 32 starts this season.

Key players

Allysha Chapman made her first start of the year. She earned her 103rd appearance for the Dash in regular season play. Sophie Schmidt made her first appearance since Sept. 7. The veteran midfielder earned her 149th appearance in league play.

League standing

| Category | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 10th in NWSL Women | | Points | 30 | | Recent form | LWLDL | | Goals this season | 27 scored, 39 conceded | | Title race | 35 points behind leaders Kansas City W | The Dash's first shot came after a recovery from defender Cate Hardin. Midfielder Linda Ullmark forced a save in the 53rd minute. The first-year attacking midfielder has started every game for the Dash this season.

What comes next?

The team will look to bounce back from this loss. And they will need to improve their goal difference. But for now, they sit 10th in the league. The Dash's next match will be crucial in determining their season's outcome.