Angel City Football Club’s late-season playoff hopes are on the rise, with teenagers Alyssa Thompson and Kennedy Fuller emerging as key players. Thompson, 19, scored both goals in a recent victory over San Diego Wave FC, breaking her season-long scoring drought. Fuller, 17, has been a consistent presence on the field, impressing coach Becki Tweed with her dynamic play.
As Angel City prepares to face the Chicago Red Stars on Sunday and the Washington Spirit on Friday, they are aiming to replicate last season’s late playoff push. Defender and captain Sarah Gorden emphasized the team’s mentality of getting the job done, drawing on their previous success for confidence.
Meanwhile, defender Giselle Thompson, Alyssa’s 18-year-old sister, is away with the U.S. U-20 team for the FIFA World Cup. This is Thompson’s second youth World Cup appearance, having previously played in the U-17 tournament in 2022.
Angel City’s upcoming matches against Chicago and Washington are crucial for their playoff ambitions, with the team currently in 10th place with 18 points, chasing the eighth and final playoff spot held by Bay FC with 21 points. With two wins this week, Angel City could significantly boost their chances of making another late playoff charge.
Fans can catch the Chicago vs. Angel City game at 1 p.m. on Sunday at BMO Stadium, with live coverage on CBS Ch. 2.
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