San Diego Wave FC vs Chicago Stars FC Prediction & Picks - National Womens Soccer League
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by Erik Gibbs | in Soccer Picks
San Diego Wave FC and Chicago Stars FC are set to face off at Snapdragon Stadium this Saturday in a contest between two clubs looking to establish early dominance in the expanded 16-team league. The Wave head into this fixture with significant momentum after securing their first win of the 2026 season—a 2-1 victory over the Utah Royals. That result followed a cagey opening period where the team struggled with finishing, despite controlling large portions of the ball in their initial outings. Under Casey Stoney, the Wave have remained committed to a high-pressing 4-3-3 system designed to force turnovers in the opposition's half, and that defensive intensity was on full display in their recent road win. While there were concerns about a lack of scoring punch in the first week, the squad's ability to generate high-quality looks from wide areas has silenced many of the early critics.
Chicago Stars FC, currently navigating their first season under a major rebrand, have had a rollercoaster start to the year. They were soundly beaten by Angel City FC in their opener, a match that highlighted some defensive vulnerabilities in transition. However, the Stars bounced back impressively with a 2-1 win over the Kansas City Current, showcasing an efficiency that was missing in their debut. The Stars are prioritizing structural integrity and defensive organization over expansive play, relying on a compact 4-4-2 block to frustrate opponents before launching direct attacks. While they may not always win the possession battle, their ability to remain disciplined under pressure makes them an incredibly difficult out for any opponent, especially when their wingers are given space to run.
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San Diego Wave FC vs Chicago Stars FC Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
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1
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25 | 13 | 8 | 1 | 4 | +6 |
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15
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9 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 9 | -19 |
San Diego Wave FC and Chicago Stars FC Latest Matches
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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Nov 9, 2025 - National Womens Soccer League
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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Feb 15, 2026 - Club Friendly Games, Women
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2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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Sep 14, 2025 - National Womens Soccer League
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0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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San Diego Wave FC against Chicago Stars FC : Head to Head (H2H)
50 %
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50 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
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Players list
L. Freeman
DefenderP. Morroni
K. McNabb
K. Wesley
MidfielderK. Dali
A. Van Zanten
K. Ascanio
L. Fazer
L. Godfrey
ForwardDudinha
Ludmila
A. Naeher
DefenderS. Staab
M. Hayashi
MidfielderB. Franklin
T. Dellarose
B. Pinto
J. Grosso
ForwardJ. Bike
J. Joseph
I. Chacon
R. Gareis
Substitutes
L. Agudelo
DefenderN. Harrison
K. Pickett
D. Arias
MidfielderJ. Fusco
T. Wynalda
ForwardM. Barcenas
G. Portilho
G. Corley
K. Atkinson
DefenderS. Angel
A. Farmer
K. Hendrich
MidfielderL. Nesbeth
E. Egizii
M. Lopez
ForwardM. Johnson
N. Gomes
Most goals and assists
San Diego Wave FC
Chicago Stars FC
Dudinha
(5 Goals)
J. Huitema
(2 Goals)
San Diego Wave FC - Chicago Stars FC Key Points
- The Over is 2-3 in the Wave's last 5 games
- The Over is 4-1 in the Stars's last 5 games
- The Wave are 2-3 ATS in their last 5 games
- The Stars are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games
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Our San Diego Wave FC vs Chicago Stars FC Prediction
Alex Morgan remains the focal point for San Diego, having recently scored a crucial goal to remind the league of her enduring predatory instincts in the box. Supporting her is Brazilian international Gabi Portilho, whose arrival has added a new dimension of creativity and flair to the Wave's frontline. Defensively, Naomi Girma continues to operate at a world-class level, providing a sense of composure that allows San Diego to build play from the back with confidence. For Chicago, Mallory Swanson is the undisputed engine of the attack. Her pace and ability to drive at defenders represent Chicago’s best chance of breaching the San Diego backline. In the midfield, Julia Grosso has been vital, serving as a connector who can navigate high-pressure situations and distribute the ball effectively to the flanks.
Both squads appear relatively healthy as they approach this match, with no major new injuries reported following the latest round of league play. San Diego has been carefully managing the minutes of its international stars, while Chicago has solidified its goalkeeping situation following some early-season rotations. Looking at the match-up, the Wave enter the evening as the favorites. San Diego's home-field advantage at Snapdragon Stadium, combined with the defensive brilliance of Girma, should be enough to neutralize Chicago’s counter-attacking threats and secure another three points. Our prediction for San Diego Wave FC vs. Chicago Stars FC: Over 2.5 goals.
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