Bay Football Club is set to conclude its 2026 National Women’s Soccer League regular season at home in San Jose, California, facing the San Diego Wave FC on Sunday, November 1. Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. PT, and the match will be broadcast live on ESPN+. This game, part of the NWSL’s Decision Day, will influence playoff seedings and the NWSL Shield race.
Bay FC goalkeeper Jordan Silkowitz, who ranks second in the league with 114 saves this season — the second highest single-season total in NWSL history — will look to build on her prior impact. Silkowitz made a crucial penalty save in the teams’ last meeting, helping Bay FC secure a 1-0 victory on the road. She also recently won the Week 26 Suntouchable Save of the Week for a lunging save against Angel City FC.
San Diego Wave FC is pursuing the NWSL Shield and currently sits three points behind the top seed. Midfielder Gia Corley has been a key contributor to San Diego’s attack, scoring four goals in six matches since September 12 and registering scoring contributions in five consecutive games. Bay FC, holding a playoff position but out of Shield contention, aims to prevent San Diego from capturing the number one seed.
The match will also serve as Bay FC’s Fan Appreciation Match, presented by Visa. Fans attending will enjoy giveaways, commemorative tickets for the first 10,000 attendees, signed merchandise for the first 1,000 fans, and various activities starting at noon PT. Tickets remain available for this season finale event.
CSB Take
This late-season clash encapsulates the intensity and stakes of the NWSL’s final weekend. Jordan Silkowitz’s record-setting goalkeeping and previous penalty save add significant intrigue to the match. Bay FC’s attempt to thwart San Diego’s Shield aspirations highlights the league’s competitive depth as teams vie for top playoff positions. Fans attending the Fan Appreciation Match can expect a meaningful contest with potential playoff implications.
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