- Naeher just third goalkeeper in NWS to score
- The equalizer came in the 99th minute
- Naeher’s 200th NWSL start, another milestone
USWNT legend Alyssa Naeher made her 200th National Women’s Soccer League start for the Chicago Stars on Monday night, becoming the first goalkeeper in league history to reach the milestone.
The match against Seattle Reign turned into an even more memorable occasion when Naeher pushed forward in the dying moments of stoppage time with her team trailing 3-2.
The Stars had already mounted a remarkable comeback with two late goals, and Naeher completed the dramatic rescue by finding herself in the right position during a chaotic sequence in front of Seattle’s goal in the 99th minute.
Naeher’s unprecedented achievement highlights her remarkable longevity and consistency in a league known for its competitiveness and physical demands. At 37 years old, the veteran goalkeeper continues to set new standards in the NWSL after retiring from international duty with the United States national team in 2024.
Naeher and the Chicago Stars will look to build on this dramatic comeback when they face the North Carolina Courage on Aug. 22 next in the NWSL.
