KC Current open up new stadium with victory, thanks to teenager’s historic goal

Vanessa DiBernardo scored the first goal for the hosts in the season opener for both teams. Debinha’s rebound shot deflected off Thorns goalkeeper Shelby Hogan and fell to DiBernardo, who scored in the 22nd minute. Saturday was a historic day in Kansas City, Mo., as the NWSL’s Kansas City Current opened its new stadium, and the sold-out house saw Current teenager Alex Pfeiffer become the youngest goal-scorer in league history in a thrilling 5-4 victory over the Portland Thorns. Rookie Ellie Wheeler scored moments later and the Current built a...