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Lauletta’s XI: Angel City ride high, Summit have nine lives and Dudley comes of age

Angel City has a week for the ages, Jordynn Dudley lifts Gotham, and more

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Sep 20, 2026; Sandy, Utah, USA; Angel City FC defender Gisele Thompson (20) crosses the ball during the first half against the Utah Royals at America First Field. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

Week 22 saw Angel City enjoy their best week ever, Jordynn Dudley come of age, and the Summit falter again but move on to what must be their ninth life. Here are 11 thoughts from the weekend. We’ll do this every Monday following NWSL match weeks. Some points will be factual, some will be opinion based. And some will just be random statements or observations. Let’s dig in!

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