Bay FC women’s soccer travels to Centennial Stadium in Denver, Colorado, for a National Women’s Soccer League matchup against Denver Summit FC on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Kickoff is set for 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time. The contest will be streamed live on NWSL+ with international coverage on Canada’s One Soccer and Mexico’s TV Azteca.
Bay FC aims to end a three-game losing streak following their recent match at Seattle last Saturday. Meanwhile, Denver Summit FC is riding a three-match unbeaten run during which they have scored 12 goals, most recently drawing 3-3 with Angel City FC.
Key players to watch include Bay FC forward Cristiana Girelli, who has led her club in total shots since the August 23 win over Houston and serves as a significant aerial and hold-up threat. On the opposing side, Denver Summit FC forward Yuzuki Yamamoto has scored in three consecutive games and been instrumental in her team’s recent offensive success.
The two teams previously met in the 2026 season opener, where Bay FC secured a victory on goals from Alex Pfieffer and Joelle Anderson. That match featured a red card for Denver Summit FC defender Janine Sonis, reducing Denver to ten players.
Additionally, Bay FC midfielder Kennedy Fuller recently contributed a hat trick at the U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland with the U.S. National Team, bringing extra momentum to the squad.
CSB Take
This NWSL matchup is pivotal as Bay FC works to halt its skid and stake its claim in the playoff race. Cristiana Girelli’s offensive leadership will be crucial against Denver Summit FC’s high-powered attack led by Yuzuki Yamamoto. The contest should offer an intense examination of two competitively matched teams eager to prove themselves in the league.
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