Breakers Hand Los Angeles Sol First Loss

Published on May 4, 2009 under Women's Professional Soccer (WPS)
Boston Breakers News Release


The Boston Breakers became the first team to score against and defeat the first-place Los Angeles Sol with a 2-1 victory in WPS action on Saturday evening at Harvard Stadium. With the win, Boston (3-2-0 - 9 pts.) jumps ahead of Chicago (2-0-2 - 8 pts.) into second place in the league standings. Los Angeles is now 3-1-1 and remains in first place with 10 points.

Boston Breakers forward Kelly Smith added to her resume as she became the first player to record a goal against Los Angeles with her second-minute tally. It was the fastest goal scored in the WPS this season, and it was the fourth goal for Smith in as many matches played.

Kristine Lilly notched the game-winning goal with a left-footed strike in the 55th minute. It was her second goal of the season and first game-winner for the Breakers forward.

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