Alex Morgan marks Orlando return with an assist as Pride edge Spirit 1-0

The Orlando Pride returned to winning ways, clinching won their first match in 609 days Wednesday night, securing a 1-0 win over the Washington Spirit led by the return of star Alex Morgan.

Morgan hadn't shared the field with Sydney Leroux since before the birth of both of their daughters in 2019.

Despite nearly two years without playing together, their connection returned almost immediately.

In the 11th minute, Morgan set up Leroux for the only goal of the game,