Kate Del Fava's late header lifts Utah Royals over Bay FC

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Kate Del Fava heads in late winner for Utah Royals

Kate Del Fava heads home a dangerous delivery from Ally Sentnor to win it in the 89th minute for the Utah Royals vs. Bay FC.

Updated: Jul 17, 2024, 11:51 pm

The Utah Royals, buoyed by a late goal from Kate Del Fava, defeated host Bay FC 1-0 at PayPal Park on Sunday, June 16. Del Fava scored in the 89th minute with a header from close range, assisted by Ally Sentnor after a set piece.

Bay FC (4-0-9) had several opportunities but failed to capitalize. Asisat Oshoala (shot saved, shot blocked) and Racheal Kundananji (attempt missed) both failed to capitalize on chances early in the game. Joelle Anderson and Caprice Dydasco were shown yellow cards for fouls late in the first half as Bay accumulated 15 fouls and four yellow games over the course of the match.

Royals goalkeeper Mandy Haught made crucial saves throughout the match, including stopping shots from Tess Boade and Oshoala. Utah (2-1-10) also saw Lauren Flynn leave with an injury early in the first half, replaced by Madison Pogarch.

In addition to Del Fava's heroics and Sentnor's assist, Amandine Henry also had a notable performance, controlling midfield play.

For Bay FC, Katelyn Rowland was solid between the posts, making four saves, but couldn't prevent Del Fava's decisive strike. 

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