NWSL San Diego Wave drew 2-2 with Kansas City Current at CPKC Stadium, with Trinity Byars scoring a 90th-minute equalizer to complete her brace for the visitors. Byars had initially given the Wave the lead in the sixth minute. Kansas City Current responded in the second half, as Croix Bethune leveled the score in the 52nd minute before Temwa Chawinga put the home side 2-1 ahead in the 61st minute. Byars’ second goal of the match brought the score level in the final minute of regulation.
Byars Gives San Diego Early Lead
The match saw an early goal from San Diego Wave. Forward Trinity Byars opened the scoring just six minutes into the contest, giving the visitors a 1-0 advantage. San Diego Wave held 58% of possession during the game. This led to offensive chances, with the Wave attempting 12 shots in total, 6 of which were on target. Kansas City Current recorded 9 shots, with 3 finding the target. Despite the Wave’s early lead, Kansas City sought opportunities to advance their play.
Kansas City Levels the Score
After the halftime break, Kansas City Current found their equalizer seven minutes into the second half. Croix Bethune scored in the 52nd minute, bringing the score to 1-1. This goal altered the match’s flow, as Kansas City increased their attacking presence.
Chawinga Puts Current Ahead
Kansas City capitalized on their increased attacking output. Nine minutes after Bethune’s equalizer, Temwa Chawinga scored for the Current in the 61st minute. Chawinga’s goal completed a shift for the home side, putting Kansas City Current ahead 2-1. This second goal within a ten-minute span established Kansas City’s lead. As the match progressed, the competitive nature of the play intensified. San Diego’s Kenza Dali received a yellow card in the 75th minute.
Wave Secures Late Equalizer
San Diego Wave continued to seek a leveling goal despite trailing. The visitors maintained their offensive efforts, aiming to convert their possession and shot attempts into another score. With 12 total shots and 6 on target, San Diego created chances throughout the game. Their efforts resulted in a goal in the final minute of regulation time. Trinity Byars scored her second goal of the match in the 90th minute, bringing the score to 2-2. This late goal secured a point for San Diego Wave on the road. Immediately following Byars’ equalizer, Kansas City’s Haley Hopkins received a yellow card.
The 2-2 draw at CPKC Stadium resulted in both teams earning a point. San Diego Wave gained a road result after scoring late in the second half. Kansas City Current, having held a second-half lead, will note the late equalizer that prevented them from securing all three points at home. Both teams will now prepare for their upcoming NWSL fixtures.
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