We’re approaching the end of Bay FC’s inaugural season, which means there are only a few opportunities remaining to witness history at PayPal Park. As we approach our final home matches of the 2024 NWSL season, let’s count down with some stand-out moments from the year so far, and look at what exciting moments are in store against our upcoming opponents.
4 Home Matches Left
Bay FC vs. Racing Louisville FC | Saturday, September 7 at 7:00 p.m.
Counting Down with Bay FC:
Bay FC has 4 players tied for leading goal-scorer with 3 goals apiece: Racheal Kundananji, Asisat Oshoala, Joelle Anderson, and Tess Boade. With offensive contribution spread across several players, it’s always exciting to see who might score next.
Get to Know Racing Louisville FC:
Bay FC beat Louisville 1-0 in their first meeting this season on Saturday, June 29.
Players to Watch:
Bethany Balcer joined Louisville via trade with Seattle Reign FC. A former NWSL Rookie of the Year, Balcer is one of the leading goal-scorers in the NWSL, with 5 goals this season and 33 in the past 5 years.
Ángela Barón recently joined Racing Louisville from Atlético Nacional in the Colombian first division. She was called up for Colombia’s appearances in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup and the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, as well as the first rendition of CONCACAF W Gold Cup. She has yet to make her NWSL debut, but could be an exciting player to watch.
At the Stadium:
Support Hunger Awareness Month by bringing non-perishable food for a food drive, presented by Meriwest Credit Union, to support Sacred Heart Community Center.
Check out FanFest, where you can win a Bay FC merch gift card at the Sutter Health Juggling Contest, or win 21st Amendment Brewery Merch by participating in their watermelon penalty kicks.
3 Home Matches Left
Bay FC vs. Orlando Pride presented by Visa | Friday, September 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Counting Down with Bay FC:
Bay FC welcomed 3 new players during the NWSL’s secondary transfer window: Defender Abby Dahlkemper from San Diego Wave FC, Goalkeeper Jordan Silkowitz from Kansas City Current, and Forward Penelope Hocking from Chicago Red Stars. All 3 players bring new strengths to the Bay that will be essential as we push for a strong finish to our inaugural season.
Get to Know Orlando Pride:
Orlando is the NWSL’s only unbeaten team and currently sits at the top of the table.
Players to Watch:
Barbra Banda is one of the most exciting new talents in the NWSL this year and fellow Zambian international alongside Bay’s Racheal Kundananji. She is currently second in the NWSL Golden Boot Standings with 12 goals and 5 assists and was named Player of the Month in May.
Marta is an NWSL and Brazililian soccer legend. She is Orlando’s second-highest scorer, with 5 goals this season.
At the Stadium:
Visa is helping celebrate youth soccer by “Inspiring the Players of Tomorrow” on September20. Together with Visa, Bay FC will give back to the community and support the next generation of soccer stars in the Bay Area.
Don’t forget to check out the selection of food trucks at the stadium. They change each match for a fresh rotation of diverse and delicious cuisines.
2 Home Matches Left
Bay FC vs. Kansas City Current | Saturday, October 12 at 7:00 p.m.
Counting Down with Bay FC:
Goalkeeper Katelyn Rowland has kept 2 shutouts this season, blanking Louisville and Angel City in back-to-back matches for Bay FC’s first consecutive wins.
Get to know Kansas City Current:
Bay FC will welcome former defender Kayla Sharples back to PayPal Park. Sharples was a key part of Bay FC’s inaugural season, starting in 12 matches and scoring 2 goals.
Players to Watch:
Temwa Chawinga currently leads the NWSL Golden Boot Race with 14 goals and 6 assists in her first NWSL season. Chawinga represents Malawi in international play and previously scored a brace against Bay FC in their first matchup this year. She was named NWSL Player of the Month in June.
Bia Zaneratto has featured for Brazil in four FIFA Women’s World Cups. She has 5 goals and 4 assists for the Current, and was named the NWSL’s Player of the Month for March/April.
At the Stadium:
Bay FC is honoring Latino Heritage at PayPal Park on October 12. We’ll celebrate the rich Latino culture of the Bay Area with special experiences throughout the matchday.
1 Home Match Left
Bay FC vs. North Carolina Courage | Saturday, October 19 at 7:00 p.m.
Counting Down with Bay FC:
Bay FC has scored 1 penalty kick so far this season, with Asisat Oshoala taking the historic strike to earn Bay an important 1-0 victory on the road against Louisville.
Get to Know North Carolina Courage:
Bay FC’s Abby Dahlkemper won two NWSL Championships and three NWSL Shields with the Courage during her time with the team from 2017-2020.
Players to Watch:
Ashley Sanchez is having a strong year in her first season with North Carolina, with 4 goals and 3 assists. She previously won the NWSL Championship with Washington Spirit in 2021 and has made several appearances for the U.S. Women’s National Team.
Casey Murphy is one of the strongest goalkeepers in the league and is a huge part of North Carolina’s strong defensive stats – across the NWSL, they have the third fewest goals against and are tied for the third most shutouts. She recently won a gold medal with the U.S. Women’s National Team at the 2024 Summer Olympics.
At the Stadium:
The final home match of the regular season is Fan Appreciation Night presented by Contentstack, where we say thank you for supporting us through our first season in the NWSL.
Ever wondered about the standing-room only section with drums and flags behind the goal at PayPal Park? The Supporter Section is home to our supporter groups, who bring the energy to every home match. Click here to learn the chants sung by Bridge Brigade so you can cheer along with them at the next match.
Be Legendary
With exciting new teams coming to town, an unbeatable stadium atmosphere, and world-class players ready to make their mark, you won’t want to miss out on the final matches of Bay FC’s inaugural season. Grab your single-match tickets, select your own flex plan, or bring out a group and enjoy this historic season of women’s soccer in the Bay Area!
