Wave FC and Racing Louisville Clash in Crucial NWSL Match

SAN DIEGO (April 18, 2025) – San Diego Wave FC is set to face Racing Louisville FC in a pivotal National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) matchup on Saturday, April 19, at Lynn Family Stadium. Both teams enter the match with a record of 1-2-1, having each collected four points in the early stages of the season. Kickoff is scheduled for 12 p.m. PT.

The matchup marks the seventh encounter between the two teams, with San Diego holding a slight edge in the series at 2-1-3. In their last meeting on November 3, 2024, the Wave secured a 3-1 victory, with former forward Jaedyn Shaw scoring early in the match. This time, they aim to improve their road record after consecutive losses.

Last week, San Diego was defeated 2-0 by the Kansas City Current, despite dominating possession with 63%. Midfielder Debinha opened the scoring for Kansas City before Lo’eau LaBonta converted a penalty. Meanwhile, Racing Louisville also faced a setback with a 2-0 home loss to the Washington Spirit, with Leicy Santos and Ashley Hatch netting the goals.

San Diego will look to its key players for support as they seek to bounce back. Forward Delphine Cascarino leads the league in assists with two and played a crucial role in the firm 3-1 win against Louisville last season, demonstrating her capability in attack. Cascarino helped set up Savannah McCaskill’s goal in that match with a precise cross.

On the other side, Louisville’s Kayla Fischer stands out as a player to watch, currently leading the NWSL in shots taken. With five shots recorded against Washington last week, Fischer’s consistent offensive presence makes her a pivotal player as Racing tries to find its scoring touch.

As the teams prepare for their match, San Diego aims to regain momentum, striving for a more clinical performance in front of the goal. Head coach Jonas Eidevall has indicated changes may be made to the lineup, with Adriana Leon expected to return to the starting formation after limited play last match.

The stakes are high for both sides, considering their search for playoff positioning. A victory for Racing could help shift their season’s trajectory following a challenging start, while San Diego seeks its first away win after struggling in prior matchups.

San Diego fans are encouraged to watch the match at Culture Brewing in Solana Beach, where the Sirens Supporter Group will be gathering. The game will be broadcast locally on Fox 5 San Diego and streamed live on Paramount+.