1:17
San Diego Wave FC vs. Chicago Stars - Game Highlights
Watch the Game Highlights from San Diego Wave FC vs. Chicago Stars, 03/29/2026
Open source video →Chicago Stars FC 0–2 San Diego Wave FC: March 28, 2026 NWSL Result
Chicago Stars FC and San Diego Wave FC completed their 2026 NWSL match at Snapdragon Stadium on March 28, 2026. The final score was Chicago Stars FC 0–2 San Diego Wave FC. This page keeps the result, viewing information, current table snapshot and the other 2026 meeting together.
0–2
Loading local time…
ET: Venue time:
Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC Broadcast Information
IONUnited States · Broadcast
Watch on ION
San Diego Wave FC Match Venue
Snapdragon Stadium
San Diego, California, USA
Open venue in Google Maps →Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC Match Highlights
Watch 4 available highlights from this completed NWSL match, including the match recap, goals and notable plays supplied with the final game record.
0:26
Lia Godfrey slots in the goal for San Diego Wave FC
Lia Godfrey scores goal for San Diego Wave FC
Open source video →
0:20
Alyssa Naeher makes a great save
Open source video →
0:33
Kimmi Ascanio hits the frame
Kimmi Ascanio hits the woodwork
Open source video →Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC Match Stats and Facts
Compare the final team numbers from this March 28, 2026 NWSL match, then jump to the goals, cards, substitutions, lineups and player leaders.
Chicago Stars FC 0–2 San Diego Wave FC
Snapdragon Stadium
Servando Berna Rico
12,810
4-2-3-1 vs 4-2-3-1
Chicago Stars FCTeam statisticSan Diego Wave FC
41%Possession59%
2Shots20
1Shots on goal8
0Corner kicks4
6Saves1
12Fouls committed10
1Yellow cards0
0Red cards0
2Offsides2
369Passes attempted533
298Passes completed461
80%Pass accuracy90%
14Tackles won15
7Interceptions7
0Blocked shots7
27Clearances14
Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC Match Timeline
Follow the important moments in match order. Routine stoppages and duplicate delay notices are left out so the decisive action is easier to scan.
-
Kickoff
First Half begins.
-
Halftime
First Half ends, San Diego Wave 0, Chicago Stars 0.
-
Second half
Second Half begins San Diego Wave 0, Chicago Stars 0.
-
Yellow card · Chicago Stars FC
Brianna Pinto (Chicago Stars) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
-
Goal · San Diego Wave FC
Goal! San Diego Wave 1, Chicago Stars 0. Lia Godfrey (San Diego Wave) right footed shot from the left side of the box to the bottom right corner. Assisted by Dudinha.
-
Substitution · Chicago Stars FC
Substitution, Chicago Stars. Kathrin Hendrich replaces Brianna Pinto.
-
Substitution · Chicago Stars FC
Substitution, Chicago Stars. Leilanni Nesbeth replaces Jenna Bike.
-
Substitution · Chicago Stars FC
Substitution, Chicago Stars. Nádia Gomes replaces Ivonne Chacón.
-
Substitution · San Diego Wave FC
Substitution, San Diego Wave. Melanie Barcenas replaces Lia Godfrey.
-
Substitution · San Diego Wave FC
Substitution, San Diego Wave. Gabi Portilho replaces Ludmila.
-
Substitution · Chicago Stars FC
Substitution, Chicago Stars. Emma Egizii replaces Jameese Joseph.
-
Substitution · San Diego Wave FC
Substitution, San Diego Wave. Kiki Pickett replaces Mimi Van Zanten.
-
Goal · San Diego Wave FC
Goal! San Diego Wave 2, Chicago Stars 0. Melanie Barcenas (San Diego Wave) right footed shot from outside the box to the top right corner. Assisted by Dudinha.
-
Substitution · San Diego Wave FC
Substitution, San Diego Wave. Nya Harrison replaces Perle Morroni.
-
Substitution · San Diego Wave FC
Substitution, San Diego Wave. Jordan Fusco replaces Dudinha.
-
Substitution · Chicago Stars FC
Substitution, Chicago Stars. Micayla Johnson replaces Ryan Gareis.
-
Full time
Second Half ends, San Diego Wave 2, Chicago Stars 0.
Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC Lineups and Formations
See both starting lineups, listed positions and available substitutes from the final match record.
AWAY TEAM
4-2-3-1Chicago Stars FC Starting Lineup
- 1Alyssa NaeherG
- 4Jenna BikeRB · Subbed off
- 34Tessa DellaroseLB
- 16Manaka HayashiLM
- 20Bea FranklinCD-R
- 3Sam StaabCD-L
- 8Jameese JosephAM-R · Subbed off
- 10Brianna PintoRM · Subbed off
- 18Ivonne ChacónF · Subbed off
- 7Julia GrossoAM
- 24Ryan GareisAM-L · Subbed off
Chicago Stars FC Substitutes
- 23Micayla JohnsonSUB · Came on
- 2Sam AngelSUB
- 27Katie AtkinsonSUB
- 6Kathrin HendrichSUB · Came on
- 77MaitaneSUB
- 28Emma EgiziiSUB · Came on
- 11Nádia GomesSUB · Came on
- 25Aaliyah FarmerSUB
- 13Leilanni NesbethSUB · Came on
HOME TEAM
4-2-3-1San Diego Wave FC Starting Lineup
- 99Leah FreemanG
- 16Amelia Van ZantenRB · Subbed off
- 75Perle MorroniLB · Subbed off
- 18Laurina FazerLM
- 2Kennedy WesleyCD-R
- 14Kristen McNabbCD-L
- 8Kimmi AscanioAM-R
- 10Kenza DaliRM
- 17LudmilaF · Subbed off
- 22Lia GodfreyAM · Subbed off
- 88DudinhaAM-L · Subbed off
San Diego Wave FC Substitutes
- 33Kiki PickettSUB · Came on
- 1Luisa AgudeloSUB
- 81Gabi PortilhoSUB · Came on
- 23Nya HarrisonSUB · Came on
- 30Daniela AriasSUB
- 19Tatum WynaldaSUB
- 28Jordan FuscoSUB · Came on
- 11Gia CorleySUB
- 7Melanie BarcenasSUB · Came on
Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC Top Performers and Player Stats
These leaders highlight the players who topped their team in shooting, passing, defending or goalkeeping during this match.
San Diego Wave FC Match Leaders
Total ShotsDudinha5 · 1 SOG, 0 G
Accurate PassesKennedy Wesley74 · 78 PASS
Chicago Stars FC Match Leaders
Total ShotsNádia Gomes1 · 0 SOG, 0 G
Accurate PassesSam Staab46 · 56 PASS
SavesAlyssa Naeher6 · 2 GA
Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC Match Commentary
Review the latest recorded match updates, shown from the final whistle backward for faster postgame reading.
Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC Result Summary
San Diego Wave FC won Chicago Stars FC 0–2 San Diego Wave FC at home. The score shown here is the recorded final result; team records and positions below use the site's latest standings snapshot rather than a pre-match table.
Chicago Stars FC Season Context: Use the Expansion Fixtures as Landmarks
Chicago hosts Boston in April and Denver in October, with reverse fixtures later or earlier in the season. Filtering by those opponents makes the new matchups easy to compare.
San Diego Wave FC Season Context: Plan Around Two Road Runs
San Diego's release highlights one three-match road trip in April and another across September and October. Select Away games only to see those travel-heavy sections without the Snapdragon dates.
How to Read This Result
The final score is fixed on this page, but current standings and recent form continue to update after later matches. Use the two team-schedule links to see what came next.
Season context was researched separately from the Chicago Stars FC 2026 schedule release and the San Diego Wave FC 2026 schedule announcement. Live schedule data and the recorded result take priority over release-day details.
Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC 2026 Head-to-Head
Across completed 2026 meetings currently in the schedule, Chicago Stars FC has 0 wins, San Diego Wave FC has 2 wins, and 0 finished level. The other listed meeting was San Diego Wave FC 2–0 Chicago Stars FC on May 31, 2026.
March 28, 2026: Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC
Chicago Stars FC 0–2 San Diego Wave FC
Snapdragon Stadium
May 31, 2026: San Diego Wave FC vs Chicago Stars FC
San Diego Wave FC 2–0 Chicago Stars FC
Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium
Open the other meeting →Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC Standings and Recent Form
These are current site values, included to help compare the teams. They should not be read as a historical snapshot from the original match date.
Chicago Stars FC Current Snapshot
Chicago Stars FC is currently #16 with 17 points from 30 matches (5 wins, 2 draws, 23 losses). Recent form: L W L.
San Diego Wave FC Current Snapshot
San Diego Wave FC is currently #2 with 58 points from 30 matches (18 wins, 4 draws, 8 losses). Recent form: W W L.
Table Position Comparison
San Diego Wave FC has the higher current points total, with a gap of 41 points between the clubs.
How to Use This Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC Result Page
Compare the Final Match Stats
Use the side-by-side numbers to compare possession, shots, passing, discipline and defensive work without opening a separate box score.
Follow the Goals and Key Moments
The match timeline keeps goals, cards and substitutions in chronological order while removing routine delay notices.
Check Lineups and Match Highlights
Review both starting formations and available substitutes, then watch any verified postgame videos attached to this result.
Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC FAQ
What was the Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC score?
The recorded final score was Chicago Stars FC 0–2 San Diego Wave FC on March 28, 2026.
Where can I watch Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC?
The current schedule lists ION. Availability, subscription requirements and international rights can vary by service and location.
Where is Chicago Stars FC vs San Diego Wave FC being played?
The listed venue is Snapdragon Stadium, at San Diego, California, USA. Check the venue line again before traveling.
Do Chicago Stars FC and San Diego Wave FC meet again in 2026?
The other listed meeting was San Diego Wave FC 2–0 Chicago Stars FC on May 31, 2026.
Show latest 30 of 103 commentary updates
Match ends, San Diego Wave 2, Chicago Stars 0.
Second Half ends, San Diego Wave 2, Chicago Stars 0.
Attempt saved. Micayla Johnson (Chicago Stars) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the bottom left corner by Leah Freeman (San Diego Wave). Assisted by Julia Grosso.
Fourth official has announced 8 minutes of added time.
Kennedy Wesley (San Diego Wave) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Nádia Gomes (Chicago Stars).
Substitution, Chicago Stars. Micayla Johnson replaces Ryan Gareis.
Substitution, San Diego Wave. Jordan Fusco replaces Dudinha.
Substitution, San Diego Wave. Nya Harrison replaces Perle Morroni.
Delay over. They are ready to continue.
Delay in match because of an injury Dudinha (San Diego Wave).
Attempt saved. Dudinha (San Diego Wave) right footed shot from the centre of the box is saved in the bottom right corner by Alyssa Naeher (Chicago Stars). Assisted by Kenza Dali with a through ball.
Kimmi Ascanio (San Diego Wave) hits the right post with a header from the centre of the box. Assisted by Perle Morroni with a cross.
Delay over. They are ready to continue.
Delay in match because of an injury Perle Morroni (San Diego Wave).
Kimmi Ascanio (San Diego Wave) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Sam Staab (Chicago Stars).
Goal! San Diego Wave 2, Chicago Stars 0. Melanie Barcenas (San Diego Wave) right footed shot from outside the box to the top right corner. Assisted by Dudinha.
Substitution, San Diego Wave. Kiki Pickett replaces Mimi Van Zanten.
Attempt missed. Nádia Gomes (Chicago Stars) left footed shot from outside the box misses to the right. Assisted by Julia Grosso following a fast break.
Substitution, Chicago Stars. Emma Egizii replaces Jameese Joseph.
Attempt missed. Gabi Portilho (San Diego Wave) right footed shot from the right side of the box is too high. Assisted by Kenza Dali.
Offside, Chicago Stars. Ryan Gareis is caught offside.
Substitution, San Diego Wave. Gabi Portilho replaces Ludmila.
Substitution, San Diego Wave. Melanie Barcenas replaces Lia Godfrey.
Substitution, Chicago Stars. Nádia Gomes replaces Ivonne Chacón.
Substitution, Chicago Stars. Leilanni Nesbeth replaces Jenna Bike.
Substitution, Chicago Stars. Kathrin Hendrich replaces Brianna Pinto.
Jenna Bike (Chicago Stars) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Laurina Fazer (San Diego Wave).