TST Images: Utah Royals FC defeat Wave FC, 1-0, at Snapdragon Stadium taken at Snapdragon Stadium (San Diego Wave FC)

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San Diego Wave FC defender Perle Morroni upset is about the loss during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

SAN DIEGO — The Utah Royals FC defeated the San Diego Wave FC, 1-0, at Snapdragon Stadium on November 6, 2026. The Sporting Tribune's Miguel Mota was there to capture the following TST Images.

San Diego Wave FC midfielder Gia Corley controls the ball during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

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San Diego Wave FC midfielder Gia Corley controls the ball during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

San Diego Wave FC forward Melanie Barcenas shoots the ball during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

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San Diego Wave FC forward Melanie Barcenas shoots the ball during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

San Diego Wave FC midfielder Lia Godfrey shoots the ball during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

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San Diego Wave FC midfielder Lia Godfrey shoots the ball during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

San Diego Wave FC forward Trinity Byars attempts to shoot the ball during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

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San Diego Wave FC forward Trinity Byars attempts to shoot the ball during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

San Diego Wave FC defender Mimi Van Zanten looks for the ball during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

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San Diego Wave FC defender Mimi Van Zanten looks for the ball during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

Utah Royals FC goalkeeper Mandy McGlynn (right) celebrates a goal with teammates during an NWSL playoff soccer game against San Diego Wave FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

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Utah Royals FC goalkeeper Mandy McGlynn (right) celebrates a goal with teammates during an NWSL playoff soccer game against San Diego Wave FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

Utah Royals FC forward Kiana Palacios celebrates her goal during an NWSL playoff soccer game against San Diego Wave FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

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Utah Royals FC forward Kiana Palacios celebrates her goal during an NWSL playoff soccer game against San Diego Wave FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

San Diego Wave FC midfielder Gia Corley fights for the ball against Utah Royals FC defender Miyabi during an NWSL playoff soccer game, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

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San Diego Wave FC midfielder Gia Corley fights for the ball against Utah Royals FC defender Miyabi during an NWSL playoff soccer game, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

San Diego Wave FC midfielder Kenza Dali sets up a free kick during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

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San Diego Wave FC midfielder Kenza Dali sets up a free kick during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

San Diego Wave FC defender Perle Morroni intercepts the ball during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

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San Diego Wave FC defender Perle Morroni intercepts the ball during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

Utah Royals FC celebrate their win during an NWSL playoff soccer game against San Diego Wave FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

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Utah Royals FC celebrate their win during an NWSL playoff soccer game against San Diego Wave FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.


San Diego Wave FC defender Perle Morroni upset is about the loss during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.

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San Diego Wave FC defender Perle Morroni upset is about the loss during an NWSL playoff soccer game against Utah Royals FC, Friday, November 6, 2026 in San Diego, California.