Angel City FC pulled off a stunning comeback on May 17, defeating expansion side Bay FC 3–2 in front of a passionate crowd in San Jose. The match started with early dominance by Bay FC, who capitalized on Angel City’s disjointed defense to take a 2–0 lead by the 30th minute through goals from Racheal Kundananji and Deyna Castellanos.
Despite the deficit, Angel City regrouped after halftime, applying relentless pressure and adjusting their midfield formation. The shift paid off as Savannah McCaskill cut the lead in half with a clinical finish in the 61st minute, igniting momentum for the visitors.
Substitute Claire Emslie provided the equalizer just nine minutes later, taking advantage of a miscommunication in Bay FC’s backline. The final blow came in the 88th minute when Jun Endo curled in a spectacular winner from outside the box, stunning the home crowd and sealing all three points for Angel City.
The win marked a turning point in Angel City’s season, demonstrating their resilience and capacity to battle back on the road. Meanwhile, Bay FC will look to tighten their defense and hold leads as they continue to adjust to the league’s pace.
With both teams fielding international talent and fighting for playoff relevance, the match offered a glimpse into the rising intensity and parity of the NWSL’s 2025 campaign.
