Swanson scores in her second game back from maternity leave and the Stars down Bay FC 1-0‎

Mallory Swanson scored her first goal in her return since maternity leave, propelling the Chicago Stars to a 1-0 win Sunday over Bay FC, who were booked for two red cards in the match. In other action around the National Women’s Soccer League, the Kansas City Current topped the Portland Thorns 3-1 and the Orlando Pride beat San Diego Wave 1-0. On a breakaway in the 11th minute, Chicago forward Jordyn Huitema was fouled near the top of the box by Bay defender Aldana Cometti and received a red card as a result.