San Diego Wave FC's championship aspirations were dashed Friday night as they fell 1-0 to the Utah Royals FC in an NWSL quarterfinal playoff match at San Diego, California.
The lone goal of the game sent the Royals into the semifinals while ending the Wave's season. Midfielder Gia Corley was among the Wave players battling for possession against Utah defender Miyabi, as captured in photos from the match.
The defeat marks the conclusion of San Diego's 2026 campaign, while Utah advances in the postseason.
