Manaka Matsukubo of the North Carolina Courage vs. Angel City FC

Manaka Matsukubo runs with the ball during the Courage's match against Angel City FC on Saturday, September 13.
Submitted by North Carolina Courage
Credit: Lewis Gettier

Manaka, Pinto net first-half goals in crucial win
CARY, N.C. - The North Carolina Courage picked up a crucial three points Saturday afternoon, beating Angel City, 2-1, behind goals from Manaka Matsukubo and Brianna Pinto With the win, the Courage improved to 6W-7L-7D on the season. With Angel City competing directly with the Courage in the playoff race, Saturday's win was a crucial one heading into the home stretch of the regular season. Manaka Matsukubo opened the scor... Full Story