Bay FC’s Penultimate Residence Match in opposition to Utah Royals FC at PayPal Park | Bay FC

Saturday, September 27 marks a special day for Bay FC followers because the staff hosts the Utah Royals FC in its second-to-last regular-season residence match at PayPal Park. This fixture represents one of many ultimate alternatives to witness Bay FC in motion on residence turf and observe the progress made within the membership’s second season. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. PT, with gates opening at 5 p.m. to supply Bay FC followers with ample time to benefit from the pre-match actions.  

Live Entertainment at San Jose’s PayPal Park  

Get to the match early and revel in reside music from notable Bay Area leisure teams. 

The San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus (SFGMC), the world’s first overtly homosexual refrain, will carry out the National Anthem at PayPal Park. Its inaugural efficiency passed off on the steps of City Hall with 100 members who sang to advocate for equality and stand in opposition to discrimination. This historic occasion impressed a worldwide LGBTQIA+ choral motion. Today, with greater than 300 members, the SFGMC continues to make use of the facility of music to unite various individuals and communities. 

The University of California Marching Band, extensively often called the Cal Band, is without doubt one of the oldest faculty marching bands on the West Coast and can carry out throughout halftime. Notably, the band is nearly solely student-run. The Cal Band has achieved nationwide recognition, acting at occasions such because the Super Bowl 50 halftime present, the Golden State Warriors’ championship parade and even an look on the tv present Wheel of Fortune. Bay FC is worked up to welcome them again to PayPal Park.  

Led by vocalist Citlali Morfin, Farseid is a flexible band that brings a recent perspective to quite a lot of musical genres. They will carry out a reside set as a part of the pre-match FanFest leisure at PayPal Park for Bay FC’s second to final regular-season residence match.  

FanFest Activities  

Arrive as early as two hours earlier than Bay FC’s residence match to get pleasure from FanFest actions at PayPal Park: 

• Play Plinko to check your luck and win Caltrain prizes like a “Calfufu” keychain, bandana, and extra, offered by Caltrain. 
• Show off your expertise with soccer darts and earn giveaways like jersey-themed co-branded socks and different objects, offered by Sutter Health. 
• Spin to win co-branded stress balls and different giveaways, offered by Meriwest Credit Union.

Appearance from Veteran Bay FC Defender Jen Beattie

Bay FC legend and embellished defender, Jen Beattie, can be at PayPal Park to signal autographs for followers throughout FanFest. Beattie’s skilled legacy is outlined by a outstanding 18-year soccer profession, which concluded along with her serving as a participant on Bay FC’s inaugural roster. A real legend of the game, she amassed a powerful 14 main trophies throughout 4 international locations, together with 5 league titles, 4 FA Cups and 4 League Cups in England. In addition, Beattie earned 143 caps and scored 24 objectives for the Scottish nationwide staff earlier than retiring. 

Beyond her on-field achievements, Beattie turned an inspirational group determine. After being recognized with breast most cancers in 2020, she used her platform to boost consciousness about preventative care and advocate for change. Beattie’s dedication to serving to others was acknowledged with final yr’s Lauren Holiday Impact Award, an honor given to a National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) participant who demonstrates excellent service and character off the pitch. She was additionally awarded the BBC’s Helen Rollason Award for excellent achievement within the face of adversity. Beattie made her retirement from play with Bay FC after she made eight appearances of their inaugural 2024 season. 

Performance Highlights: A Look on the NWSL Teams 

Although each golf equipment have a steep hill to climb to get again into playoff competition, this match at PayPal Park serves as an important alternative to showcase the collective development of two of the league’s latest franchises. Bay FC, which made its inaugural debut in 2024, and the Utah Royals, which re-entered the league this yr, will look to finish their seasons on a excessive word.  

Bay FC opened the 2025 NWSL season with a hard-fought 1-1 draw on the street in opposition to the Utah Royals and earned their first level within the course of. With the 2025 common season now in its ultimate stretch, Bay FC faces the Royals as soon as extra in a ultimate push to safe a win in opposition to the membership. 

Utah Royal FC’s Key Player: Mina Tanaka  

Despite being in 13^th place, the Royals have been in sturdy kind as of late and are getting into this match on a six-match unbeaten streak. Their latest 3-2 victory over Racing Louisville showcased a creating attacking rhythm and a notable efficiency from Utah ahead Mina Tanaka.

Mina Tanaka is a star participant for the Royals and has contributed three objectives and one help this season. Her distinctive journey—reaching out to the Utah membership herself—speaks to her ambition to be a part of a NWSL staff’s development. Tanaka got here from Kobe Leonessa of Japan’s WE League the place she performed 58 matches and scored 37 objectives.  

Bay FC’s Key Player: Caprice Dydasco 

On Bay FC’s aspect, Caprice Dydasco continues to be an important presence on each ends of the sector, holding down the protection whereas additionally creating alternatives. Her distinctive play in June earned her a spot on the NWSL Best XI. She led all gamers within the league that month with 11 interceptions and was a defensive stalwart, rating first amongst defenders in each duels gained (26) and tackles gained (8). Dydasco additionally just lately reached a major profession milestone, surpassing 15,000 profession minutes within the NWSL. Her technical capacity was on full show in a latest help in opposition to Orlando Pride, the place she delivered a superbly weighted ball from midfield for Racheal Kundananji to go residence. 

Watch Caprice’s assist to Kundananji’s goal:  

In-Stadium Bay FC Merch Drop 

Bay FC followers— come to the house match at PayPal Park to get a primary take a look at Bay FC’s latest gear. There are new Bay FC long-sleeve t-shirts obtainable for buy in any respect staff retailer areas at PayPal Park on matchday. Be the primary to rep it.  

Local Bay Area Food Trucks at PayPal Park  

Bay FC is bringing a lineup of native San Jose meals distributors to PayPal Park to supply an genuine style of the Bay Area. Attendees can select from quite a lot of choices to gasoline up earlier than and in the course of the match: 

Grab tickets to Bay FC vs Utah Royals FC 

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