Match Overview
- Kickoff: 11:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. CT
- Venue: SeatGeek Stadium, Bridgeview, IL
- Broadcast: CBS Stream: Paramount+
- Series Status: Chicago leads season series 1–0
- Event Theme: “All In” Match — first 3,000 fans receive a team-branded scarf
Team Form & Standings
| Team | Record | Points | Goals Scored | Goals Conceded |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Stars | 1–9–4 | 7 | 11 | 28 |
| Bay FC | 4–6–4 | 16 | 16 | 19 |
- Chicago has not won since their April victory over Bay FC
- Bay FC sits just 3 points outside the playoff cutoff
Players to Watch
Chicago Stars
- Ludmila da Silva: 4 goals, including a brace vs. Bay FC in April
- Jameese Joseph: 2 assists, dynamic wing play
- Ally Schlegel: 55 aerial duels won (2nd in NWSL), scored vs. Gotham FC last week
Bay FC
- Penelope Hocking: 5 goals in NWSL play, scored in 4 straight matches
- Taylor Huff: Scored her first pro goal last week, 4 shots vs. Houston
- Jordan Silkowitz: 34 saves, 4 clean sheets, recently signed through 2027
Tactical & Statistical Insights
- Both teams have identical longball stats: 291 passes at 41% accuracy
- Passing accuracy: Chicago 74% Bay FC 76%
- Chicago has scored 7 goals at home; Bay has scored 7 on the road
- Chicago’s defense has allowed 2 goals per match on average
Final Take
This Rivalry Weekend clash is more than a battle of bottom-half teams—it’s a test of resilience and momentum. Chicago will lean on Schlegel’s aerial dominance and Ludmila’s explosiveness, while Bay FC hopes Hocking and Huff can continue their scoring surge. Expect a high-energy, open match with goals on both sides and a possible draw if Chicago’s midfield holds firm.
MATCH ODDS
Chicago Stars + 150 Draw + 235 Bay FC + 145
Over 2.5 – 150 Under 2.5 + 100
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, August 9, 2025
