Denver, Colo.- Saturday was history making. It was 991 days in the making. It was a vibe. Denver Summit FC hosted their first ever home game at Mile High Stadium against Washington Spirit. 63,004 fans finally got to see their team play in person, and against one of the top teams in the NWSL.

Nick Cushing kept the same lineup that won at Gotham midweek. Eva Gaetino was questionable with a leg injury and not in the squad. Captain Janine Sonis started at right back.

For the visiting Spirit, they rotated in midfield. Star striker Trinity Rodman was up top.

The first half was a tight affair with big but spread out attacking moments. It was a chippy battle in midfield for possession. The center backs minimized space in behind for the forwards, especially Rodman and Melissa Kössler. Both teams pressed well, with Tash Flint leading the way for Summit.

With Spirit doing well and being compact, chances for the home side fell to Yazmeen Ryan. Her best opportunity came in the 23rd. She played a one two with Flint and shot wide of the far post. The best half of...