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Bay FC defeats Racing Louisville 2–0 at PayPal Park

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Bay FC earned a 2–0 victory over Racing Louisville FC on Sunday at PayPal Park, using a strong start to the second half to secure three points in NWSL regular-season play.

Bay FC takes control in the second half

Hannah Bebar of Bay FC wins possession against Quincy McMahon of Racing Louisville FC at PayPal Park.
Bay FC midfielder Hannah Bebar (#41) battles Racing Louisville FC’s Quincy McMahon (#12) for possession during the NWSL match at PayPal Park. Photo: Gustavo Medeiros / Medeiros Press / LA Momentum.

The two teams went into halftime scoreless, but Bay FC found the breakthrough just five minutes after the restart. In the 50th minute, Racheal Kundananji created the opportunity for Alex Pfeiffer, who finished the play to give Bay FC a 1–0 lead. 

Bay FC struck again only six minutes later. Karlie Lema scored in the 56th minute, extending the advantage to 2–0 and giving the home side firm control of the match. 

Karlie Lema celebrates Bay FC’s second goal with Alex Pfeiffer against Racing Louisville FC at PayPal Park.
Bay FC’s Karlie Lema (#5), scorer of the second goal, celebrates with Alex Pfeiffer (#17), who scored the opening goal, during the 2–0 victory over Racing Louisville FC at PayPal Park. Photo: Gustavo Medeiros / Medeiros Press / LA Momentum.

Bay FC controls the match

The numbers reflected Bay FC’s overall pressure. The home side recorded 22 shots, nine on target, and roughly 60 percent possession, while Racing Louisville finished with six attempts and two shots on goal. Goalkeeper Jordan Silkowitz and the Bay FC defense preserved the clean sheet through the final whistle. 

The result also completed Bay FC’s regular-season sweep of Racing Louisville after a 2–0 road victory in Louisville on July 10. 

Bay FC will remain at PayPal Park for its next match, hosting Orlando Pride on Sunday, September 27, at 2 p.m. PT. 

Written by Gustavo Medeiros 

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