Bay FC vs Racing Louisville — NWSL Live Score
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Head to Head — 6 matches
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When Bay FC and Racing Louisville meet, it is a clash between two of the NWSL's most recent success stories, both having defied expectations as expansion sides. This Sunday, the newcomers duel once more at PayPal Park in San Jose, a venue that has quickly become synonymous with top-tier women's football in the Bay Area.
Bay FC, born from the vision of USWNT legends Brandi Chastain, Danielle Slaton, Aly Wagner, and Leslie Osborne, made an instant splash in the league. Their inaugural 2024 season saw them remarkably qualify for the NWSL playoffs, a testament to the strong foundation laid by the founders. The club also demonstrated its immense drawing power in August 2025, setting what was then an NWSL single-match attendance record with over 40,000 fans at Oracle Park, showcasing the passion for the sport in the region.
Across the country, Racing Louisville has also carved out its own identity since joining the NWSL in 2021. Playing at the intimate Lynn Family Stadium, the Kentucky club provides one of the league's most atmospheric match-day experiences. Racing Louisville FC also celebrated a significant milestone in 2025, securing their first-ever NWSL playoff appearance, signaling their growing maturity and competitiveness within the league.
The head-to-head record between Bay FC W and Racing Louisville W leans heavily in favor of the hosts. In their five previous encounters, Bay FC has emerged victorious four times, with Racing Louisville claiming a single win. This historical advantage for the San Jose outfit adds another layer of intrigue to the upcoming fixture. As both clubs continue to build on their promising starts in the NWSL, this Bay FC vs Racing Louisville matchup offers another chapter in their developing rivalry, promising a compelling contest on Sunday.
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Bay FC secured a decisive 2-0 victory over Racing Louisville at PayPal Park, breaking the deadlock early in the second half. Alexandra Pfeiffer opened the scoring in the 50th minute, followed quickly by Karlie Lema six minutes later, doubling the home side's advantage. This result saw Bay FC convert their significant attacking pressure into goals, maintaining 60% possession and registering 22 shots against Racing Louisville's 6. The visitors struggled to create meaningful opportunities, managing only two shots on target throughout the affair. Bay FC's defense remained largely untroubled, earning a crucial clean sheet as they continued their campaign in the NWSL.
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| Bay FC | Stat | Racing Louisville |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Wins | 1 |
| 8 | Goals scored | 1 |
| 5/6 | Clean sheets | 1/6 |
| 0/6 | Over 2.5 goals | 0/6 |
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