Gutierres scores 2 stoppage-time goals, Boston Legacy beat Washington Spirit 3-0

Amanda Gutierres scored two late goals to secure a 3-0 victory for the Boston Legacy over the Washington Spirit in the National Women’s Soccer League. Boston led 1-0 before Gutierres capitalized on a defensive error in the 94th minute, scoring from 40 yards out. She added another goal two minutes later from a cross by Lilly Reale. Aïssata Traoré had opened the scoring in the 81st minute. In another match, the Chicago Stars drew 1-1 with the Portland Thorns. Taylor Wood scored a late equalizer for Chicago, who struggled defensively, having conceded a record-tying 54 goals this season. Portland initially led due to an own goal by Chicago’s Maitane. Despite recent heavy losses, Chicago managed to hold Portland scoreless after the own goal. QUESTION: How might the performance of a team in a sports league affect the morale and motivation of its players and fans?