Haley O’Neill, Assistant Sports Editor
• May 17, 2026
Evelyn Ijeh opened her NWSL scoring account with the first of the Courage’s four goals in a 4-0 win over Chicago. Ijeh: “To score at home field, it means a lot to me, and it’s a special moment for sure.”
After allowing three first-half goals, the NC Courage fell 3-1 to Bay FC at home. 2025 NWSL Midfielder of the Year Manaka Matsukubo scored the Courage’s lone goal.
