San Diego Wave FC saw their championship aspirations come to an end on Friday night as they fell 1-0 to Utah Royals FC in the NWSL playoff quarterfinal in San Diego, California. The lone goal of the match sent Utah into the semifinals while eliminating the Wave from postseason contention.
The match, played on November 6, 2026, featured a tight defensive battle. Wave midfielder Gia Corley was prominent in midfield, challenging Utah defender Miyabi for possession throughout the game. Despite creating several chances, San Diego could not find an equalizer.
Utah Royals advance to face the winner of the other quarterfinal matchup. The defeat marks the conclusion of San Diego Wave's 2026 season.
