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Washington Spirit vs. Chicago Red Stars
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Chicago Red Stars Vs Washington Spirit: 3 things we learned
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Washington Spirit win their first-ever NWSL championship
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NWSL final: Washington Spirit a fitting champion after overcoming year of turmoil - ESPN
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NC Courage Remain Unbeaten In NWSL Tournament After Win Over Sky Blue
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NWSL Championship Quick Recap: Chicago Red Stars fall to Washington Spirit 2-1 - Hot Time In Old Town
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NWSL Championship — Washington Spirit beat Chicago Red Stars 2-1: Live updates, highlights and expert analysis - The Athletic
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Washington Spirit win their first-ever NWSL championship
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Washington Spirit vs. Chicago Red Stars, NWSL Championship
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NWSL: Lynn Williams Scores Twice, NC Courage Down Washington Spirit 2-0
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Washington Spirit 2-1 Chicago Red Stars (Nov 20, 2021) Game Analysis - ESPN
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Megan Rapinoe plays her last regular season home game in Seattle
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Washington Spirit win first NWSL championship