The Red Stars will look to avenge their 3-0 loss at home against Racing in June. That time out, England’s Ebony Salmon pulled Louisville ahead late in the first half. The away side doubled its lead when Chicago’s Danielle Colaprico conceded a penalty and received a second yellow. Forward Yuki Nagasato slotted the penalty away, and midfielder Savanah McCaskill scored the third goal to close out the game.
While the Chicago Red Stars find themselves higher up on the NWSL table, they have played two more games Racing Louisville. In other words, Racing needs to make the best of the situation. Three points could bring Louisville one step closer to a playoff spot.
Racing Louisville vs. Chicago Red Stars: The Women’s Cup
This game will count as a part of the second half of The Women’s Cup doubleheader at Lynn Family Stadium. The other half will consist of FC Bayern Munich taking on European rivals PSG at 5 p.m. ET.
Racing Louisville vs. Chicago Red Fire: Players to watch
Savannah McCaskill – Racing Louisville
McCaskill will be pumped to meet her old teammates on the pitch on Wednesday. The 25-year-old scored on Chicago last time out and will look to do so again to help her team to three points. She leads her team with goal contributions (one goal, three assists) along with Salmon.
Mallory Pugh – Chicago Red Stars
Mal Pugh is Chicago’s main goal threat. The 23-year-old forward has three goals and two assists so far this season. The Red Stars have not scored a goal in their last two games. However, Pugh is one of the favorites to break the goal drought.
How to watch Racing Louisville vs. Chicago Red Stars on Wednesday, Aug. 18, at 7:30 p.m. ET
Racing Louisville FC vs Chicago Red Stars Broadcast Information
Stadium: Lynn Family Stadium (Louisville, Kentucky)
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