Orlando Pride secure first victory under interim head coach Yolanda Thomas, with Barbra Banda setting a new club goal record.

Six days after the surprising firing of head coach Seb Hines, the Orlando Pride defeated the Houston Dash 3-1 in their first match under interim head coach Yolanda Thomas. Barbra Banda contributed significantly, scoring her 14th goal of 2026, which sets a new single-season club record. The win keeps Orlando in the playoff hunt.