The Future Arrives: Six Debuts in Wave Season Opener
Six players made their San Diego Wave FC debuts in the 2026 season opener against the Houston Dash. Here’s what each performance revealed despite the 1-0 loss.
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Match Recap: San Diego Wave FC fall 1-0 to the Houston Dash at Season Opener
San Diego Wave FC fell 1-0 to the Houston Dash at their home opener tonight. The Wave created great opportunities and held onto possession, but couldn't convert goals.
Preview: Wave Begin Fifth Season with Home Opener Against Houston Dash
San Diego Wave FC begin their fifth NWSL season against the Houston Dash. Preview the new Brazilian front three, Didi Haracic in goal, and key match storylines.
Wave Fans Pack Balboa Park as Dali and Wesley Named Team Captains
San Diego Wave FC named Kenza Dali and Kennedy Wesley co-captains during a fan rally at Balboa Park ahead of the 2026 NWSL season opener against the Houston Dash.
Jordan Fusco Returns to San Diego Wave After Tampa Bay Sun Loan
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Once a Wave, Now a Wave: Tatum Wynalda Turns Pro in San Diego
Tatum Wynalda signs her first professional contract with San Diego Wave FC after impressing as a preseason invitee at the Coachella Valley Invitational. The former Pepperdine Waves midfielder joins the club on a short-term injury replacement deal through April 2026.
Portilho to San Diego: A New Direction for the Wave Attack
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More Than a Jersey: Wave’s Balboa Park Kit Honors San Diego’s Cultural Core
San Diego Wave FC unveiled their 2026 Balboa Park Kit in Plaza de Panama, a design inspired by the park’s architecture, vibrant tilework, and the diverse community that shapes the city.
Goals, Grit, and Growing Pains: Wave Fall 5–2 to Denver
San Diego Wave fell 5–2 to expansion side Denver Summit at the Coachella Valley Invitational. Despite debut goals from Ludmila and Lia Godfrey, defensive lapses and aerial challenges proved costly in the Wave’s second preseason match.
One More Test in the Desert: Wave Face Denver Summit
San Diego Wave FC take on Denver Summit FC in their final Coachella Valley Invitational preseason matchup. A look back at the Kansas City match and what to watch this weekend.
Kennedy Wesley Headed Back to the USWNT
San Diego Wave defender Kennedy Wesley has been named to the United States Women’s National Team roster for the 2026 SheBelieves Cup, set to face Argentina, Canada, and Colombia in early March.
Haračić, Ludmila Stand Out in Wave’s 1–1 Draw with KC
San Diego Wave FC drew 1–1 with the Kansas City Current at the Coachella Valley Invitational, with DiDi Haračić and Ludmila standing out in preseason action.
San Diego FC Rally Past Pumas in Champions Cup Opener
San Diego FC overcame an early deficit to defeat Pumas UNAM, scoring four goals in 20 minutes to open their first CONCACAF Champions Cup campaign.
San Diego Wave Invest in the Future with Luisa Agudelo Signing
San Diego Wave FC sign 18-year-old Colombian goalkeeper Luisa Agudelo through 2028, adding youth and long-term upside to a reworked goalkeeping room.