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Reign FC Offseason Roundup

September 29, 2014 - National Women's Soccer League (NWSL)
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SEATTLE (September 29, 2014) - Things are starting to heat up as the W-League in Australia and the Frauen Bundesliga in Germany enter their fourth and fifth weeks respectively. Here's a look back at how Reign FC players on loan performed in their most recent matches.

LEAGUE PLAY

Australia - W-League

Keelin Winters has made quite an impression for the Western Sydney Wanderers as she played another full 90 against the undefeated Sydney FC on Friday, September 26. Despite Winters' involvement on both ends of the pitch, the Wanderers were unable to slow down the likes of a speedy attack and fell 0-2. The Wanderers are one of two teams who are still looking for their first points of the season.

Match Report

Lauren Barnes and Elli Reed made their debut with Melbourne Victory during the club's 4-2 road win over Canberra United on Saturday, September 27. Barnes opened the scoring in the 38th minute when she converted a penalty kick, giving the midfielder her first goal of the season. Reed used her speed to work the ball down the line and help maintain possession in the attacking half during her 89 minutes of play. Melbourne are now 2-1-0 on the season.

Match Report

Kendall Fletcher was unavailable for Canberra United's 2-4 loss against Melbourne Victory on Saturday, September 27.

Cyprus - Cypriot First Division

Haley Kopmeyer has arrived in Cyprus and has begun training with Apollon Limassol. The team is currently in the midst of playing friendlies with clubs in the area as they prepare for their UEFA Women's Champions League match against Brøndby on October 8.

Germany - Frauen Bundesliga

Jess Fishlock and her side FFC Frankfurt, secured two victories during the week, one within the Frauen Bundesliga and another in DFB Cup competition. On September 24, Fishlock played 88 minutes during FFC Frankfurt's 3-0 defeat over Bundesliga rival SC Sand.

In DFB Cup competition, FFC Frankfurt had a runaway performance on the road, defeating SG 99 Andernach 15 goals to one on September 28. With the win, FFC Frankfurt advance to the next round of the competition.

Kate Deines and her German side Turbine Potsdam also had a busy week, competing in both a Frauen Bundesliga game as well as the DFB Cup competition. On September 24, Potsdam continued their perfect streak in league play by defeating Freiburg 4-2. The club now have four wins on the season and are sitting at the top of the table.

In the DFB Cup, Turbine Potsdamn had a goal-fest of their own as they defeated Germania Hauenhorst 8-0 on September 27.

UPCOMING MATCHES:

W-League - Week 4

Canberra United vs. Brisbane Roar - Saturday, October 4

McKellar Park, (5:00 p.m. AEST) 12:00 a.m. PT

Western Sydney Wanderers vs. Perth Glory - Sunday, October 5

Marconi Stadium, (2:00 p.m. AEST) 9:00 p.m. PT on Saturday, October 4

Sydney FC vs. Melbourne Victory - Monday, October 6

Lambert Park, (4:00 p.m. AEST) 11:00 p.m. PT on Sunday, October 5

Frauen Bundesliga - Week 5

USV Jena vs. FFC Frankfurt - Wednesday, October 1

Sportzentrum, (6:00 p.m. CEST) 9:00 a.m. PT

Turbine Potsdamn vs. Hoffenheim - Wednesday, October 1

Karl-Liebknecht-Stadion, (7:00 p.m. CEST) 10:00 a.m. PT

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