Washington Freedom 2, Fort Collins 0

Bigger, stronger, faster - that was the theme of Thursday's 2-0 exhibition victory by the Washington Freedom over the Fort Collins Force at Dick's Sporting Goods Park.
The two teams belong to the W-League, but many of the similarities end there. The defending champion Freedom had the edge in size, strength and speed. That was apparent to the eye, and it was apparent on the field.
Emily Janss, who is listed as a midfielder but played significant stretches at right back, toe-poked the ball past Force keeper Kara Linder in the 23rd minute.
And in the 47th minute, Washington extended its lead to 2-0 on a beautiful goal.