Washington defeated Denver Summit FC 1–0 on July 26, 2026, at Audi Field in Washington, D.C.
The Washington Spirit continued their impressive 2026 campaign with a disciplined 1–0 victory over expansion side Denver Summit FC on Sunday night at Audi Field.
Playing in front of 15,169 fans, the Spirit earned another clean sheet while extending their lead atop the NWSL standings. With the victory, Washington improved to 33 points through 16 matches, opening a two-point advantage over the second-place club.
The Spirit controlled key moments throughout the match, combining organized defending with timely attacking play to secure all three points. The result highlighted the team’s consistency on both ends of the pitch as it continues its pursuit of the NWSL Shield.
Following the match, RiseUp Women’s Sports caught up with Trinity Rodman, Sandy MacIver, and Esme Morgan in the mixed zone to discuss the team’s halftime adjustments and what helped Washington close out another important victory.
As the season enters its next phase, Washington continues to build momentum, adding another strong performance to its growing list of results while maintaining its position at the top of the league table.
Watch the highlights from the Washington Spirit’s 1–0 victory over Denver Summit FC below.
Washington Spirit vs. Denver Summit FC | Match Highlights
Coverage: Bernie Beale, RiseUp Women’s Sports.
Match source: Official match report.
