Cary, NC (December 10, 2019)- In the week where Lynn Williams and Denise O’Sullivan were named to The Guardian’s top 100 female footballers list, the two helped the Western Sydney Wanderers earn a draw against the Melbourne Victory.

Canberra United 1-2 Brisbane Roar

Kaleigh Kurtz started her fourth consecutive match with Canberra United as she plays with the team on loan during the NC Courage offseason. Canberra United’s defense faced a consistent attack throughout the first half and the Brisbane Roar were able to score two goals before halftime. Kurtz proved a threat right before halftime with one of her log throw-ins providing the United with a chance on goal.

“Kaleigh Kurtz has been really impressive in the few weeks,” said commentator Grace Gill. “She has taken more of a wide role in the back.”

Thorneses scored a goal for the United in the second half, but the team was unable to find an equalizer before time ran out. Canberra United recorded their second loss of the season and moves to 2W-2L-0D.

Up Next:

Canberra United vs. Perth Glory- Friday, December 13, 6:15 a.m. ET

Kaleigh Kurtz

90 minutes

360 minutes on the season

19 total clearances

Western Sydney Wanderers 1-1 Melbourne Victory

The Western Sydney Wanderers ended their three-game win streak with a draw against Melbourne Victory. Despite the draw, the team still remains in first place in the W-League standings. Kristen Hamilton, O’Sullivan, and Williams all started the match.

The speedy forward had several chances hit the crossbar and several amazing saves against her shots in her first W-League matches. Williams finally netted her first W-League goal in the 66th minute against the Victory. The goal was the equalizer in the game. Williams was named to the W-League Team of the Week for Week 4.

Up Next:

Western Sydney Wanderers vs. Sydney FC Women- Friday, December 20, 1:00 a.m. ET

Kristen Hamilton

90 minutes

360 minutes on the season

16 shots

4 goals

Denise O’Sullivan

90 minutes

266 minutes on the season

Lynn Williams

90 minutes

270 minutes on the season

17 shots

1 goal

2 assists