Venue: Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, CA
Kickoff: 5:00 PM PT / 8:00 PM ET
Broadcast: Paramount+, NWSL+, NBC Sports California, TSN (Canada), ESPN SSA (Africa)
Match Context
This in-state rivalry pits a rising Bay FC squad against the playoff-contending San Diego Wave. Bay FC (4–6–5) is looking to climb out of mid-table and stay in the postseason hunt, while San Diego (7–3–5) sits fourth in the standings and aims to keep pace with the league’s elite. The Wave are unbeaten in their last five home matches, while Bay FC has earned points in three of their last four outings.
Key Players to Watch
Bay FC
Racheal Kundananji – Zambian striker with 6 goals since 2024; scored in last meeting vs. San Diego
Caroline Conti – Creative midfielder with a breakout season; assisted Kundananji’s goal vs. Seattle
Jordan Silkowitz – Goalkeeper with 8 saves last match; key to Bay’s defensive resilience
San Diego Wave
Kimmi Ascanio – 17-year-old midfielder with goals in back-to-back matches; dynamic in transition
Hanna Lundkvist – Swedish defender who scored her first NWSL goal vs. Chicago
Kailen Sheridan – Canadian international goalkeeper with a 7.27 match rating and 7 saves vs. Chicago
Head-to-Head History
| Date | Result | Location |
| May 17, 2024 | Bay FC 2–1 San Diego | San Jose |
| Apr 27, 2024 | San Diego 2–1 Bay FC | San Diego |
Series tied 1–1 in regular season play
Both matches decided by one goal; each team won at home
Tactical Breakdown
Bay FC relies on Kundananji’s pace and Conti’s distribution to break lines and create chances.
San Diego blends youth and experience, with Ascanio and Armstrong providing energy and Adriana Leon offering veteran savvy.
Expect a high-tempo match with wide play and transitional moments defining the rhythm.
MATCH ODDS
Bay FC + 205 Draw + 225 San Diego Wave + 110
Over 2.5 Under 2.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, August 15, 2025
