Chicago Red Stars
- Chicago Red Stars are rock-bottom of the table, 16th in NWSL 2026.
- Chicago have won just 1 and lost 4 of their last 5 matches.
- The Red Stars have won 3 and lost 5 of their 8 home games in NWSL 2026, averaging just 0.88 goals scored and 1.75 goals conceded at the ground.
Bay FC
- Bay FC are 14th, with 18 points from 17 games.
- They have won 2 and lost 3 of their last 5.
- Bay FC have won 3, drawn 1 and lost 4 of their 8 away games in 2026, averaging 1.12 goals scored and 1.50 conceded on their travels.
Key Players
The main spark for Chicago this season has been Jordyn Huitema , who has scored two of their four goals in their last five matches , while Bay FC's danger woman has been Karlie Lema , who has scored three of the team's seven goals in their last 5 .
Betting Insights
- Bay FC enter the game as the clear favorites at 1.6, but Chicago Red Stars are not a bad option in the double chance bet at 4.52 with the draw available at 3.92.
- This will be a classic control vs counter showdown with Chicago boss Martin Sjoegren trying to develop a control-first, possession-based team that can pass the ball through the thirds and play patiently in central areas.
- The odds are better for goals, and we're in the Over 2.5 at 1.59 and Both Teams To Score - Yes at 1.62.
Prediction
Bay FC are favourites , so we'll take them to nick it here in what could be a tight, cagey affair in the end.
