Asisat Oshoala’s Bay FC Set Record In United States

Super Falcons forward, Asisat Oshoala has helped Bay FC to etch their name in the history of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) in the United States.

Asisat Oshoala helped Bay FC to achieve a remarkable milestone by recording the most wins by an expansion team in their debut regular season.

Bay FC, which are based in San Francisco, stepped onto the pitch for the first time in the NWSL in the 2024 season. Throughout the season, they demonstrated their competitive spirit, securing 11 victories out of 26 matches.

This impressive performance allowed the club to finish in 7th place with a total of 34 points, effectively clinching a spot in the playoffs. They are set to face off against the Washington Spirit on Sunday, November 10, 2024, in what promises to be a thrilling postseason match.

Oshoala, who made the move to Bay FC following her tenure with FC Barcelona, had a noteworthy individual season as well. The talented forward netted seven goals, which placed her 13th on the league’s scoring chart after the regular season. Her contributions were pivotal in helping the team reach the playoffs in their first year.

Home matches for Bay FC take place at PayPal Park in San Jose, California, a state-of-the-art facility with an 18,000-seat capacity. This venue is not only the home ground for Bay FC but also hosts the San Jose Earthquakes, a team in Major League Soccer (MLS), showcasing the growing importance of women’s soccer in the region.

The club’s ownership is comprised of a diverse group of stakeholders, led by the investment firm Sixth Street Partners, along with four former United States women’s national team players who bring valuable experience and perspective to the franchise.

The NWSL awarded an expansion franchise to Bay FC on April 4, 2023, marking a significant moment as they became the first women’s professional soccer club in the Bay Area since the San Jose CyberRays and FC Gold Pride, both of which competed in previous leagues.