The Women Africa cup of Nation winner, super falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun was at her best for full time at the Cotton Bowl engaging several defensive display to help her side held on to a comeback win.
Dallas Trinity FC (1-0-0, three points) defeated Spokane Zephyr FC (0-1-0, 0 points) on Saturday night, 2-1. The match at the historic Cotton Bowl Stadium drew an attendance of 2,763 fans, in what was the club’s season opener for its 2025/26 campaign in Gainbridge Super League.
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Spokane was first on the board with a goal in the 21st minute. Dallas would strike back in the second half with a goal in the 48th minute, thanks to midfielder Wayny Balata in her club debut and the Nigeria Kante absolute effort. A second goal by reigning Golden Boot winner Allie Thornton in the 70th minute would prove to be victory-clinching.
Dallas led Spokane in total shots (8-3), shots on target (5-1), and time of possession (51%-49%), in what proved to be a very well-rounded performance from the club.
Next up, Dallas Trinity FC will remain at home for its second match of the 2025/26 campaign. They’ll take on Brooklyn FC (1-0-0, three points) on Saturday, August 30 at the historic Cotton Bowl Stadium at 7:30 p.m.
