Dash Begin Crucial Road Stretch at Louisville

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The Houston Dash open a three-game road stretch tonight in Louisville as they continue their playoff push. Houston remains unbeaten since the Summer Break restart, coming off a 1-1 draw with Seattle Reign on Sunday. Racing Louisville is riding momentum after earning a big road win against San Diego Wave in their last match.

When: Friday, August 29 | 6:30 PM CT

Where: Lynn Family Stadium; Louisville, Kentucky

TV/Stream: NWSL+

Unbeaten Streak

The Dash are unbeaten in their last four matches, their longest run since 2023. It’s a timely surge at a crucial point in the season. Eight points from those four games have pulled Houston within two points of a playoff spot. Their recent draw against Seattle showed a team that is finally clicking, with confidence to dictate the game instead of relying solely on counterattacks. A win over Racing Louisville would not only extend the streak but also put the Dash in prime position for the postseason—especially if it comes with a statement performance.

Road Warriors

The second half of the season presents no easy path. Six of Houston’s nine remaining games are on the road, beginning with this three-game stretch. That might be daunting for most clubs, but the Dash have been more comfortable away from home this season. With three wins and a draw on the road compared to just two wins and three draws at Shell Energy Stadium, Fabrice Gautrat’s squad knows their traveling form has been stronger. Leaning into that mindset could prove crucial as every point becomes more valuable.

Stubborn Louisville

It’s been a mixed season for Racing Louisville. While they sit in a comfortable playoff position, their recent form has been uneven with one win, two draws, and a loss since the restart. Still, they’ve shown resilience, grinding out results even when outplayed. Their win over San Diego Wave was a perfect example, stealing all three points despite being second best for long stretches. For Houston, the key will be starting strong—an early goal could tilt the pace of the match and prevent Louisville from settling into their usual gritty rhythm.

Availability Report

Houston Dash – Out: Ramona Bachmann (SEI-knee), Elizabeth Beardsley (IL-hand), Amanda West (SEI-knee)

Racing Louisville - Out: Katie Lund (SEI), Maddie Pokorny (SEI), Olivia Sekany (SEI), Kirsten Wright (SEI), Jordan Baggett (illness), Uchenna Kanu (knee), Lauren Milliet (shoulder); Questionable: Arin Wright (ankle)

Predicted Lineup