Gotham FC vs San Diego Wave FC: How to watch, time, more of perilous California game | OneFootball

It has been a busy last few weeks for NJ/NY Gotham FC.  There have been adjustments to the roster, including Nealy Martin’s trade.  Plus, there are rumors of Jaedyn Shaw joining the team in a blockbuster trade.  Then, the Bats have won their last two NWSL games, including their recent comeback win against Angel City FC.  But the upcoming weeks will not be easy, and the ladies must try to beat a team that they struggle to win against: San Diego Wave FC.

Historically, the California side has dominated Gotham FC since joining the NWSL in 2022.  The Bats finally earned their first points against San Diego last year after drawing on the road and winning at home.  However, they lost the home fixture this season.  The question of whether the NJ/NY team can grab a win in San Diego is a fair one, especially due to the history. Plus, playing there has always been difficult, making this a perilous task.

However, the difference between earning any points could be who starts for Gotham.  There was a clear difference in the offensive threat when Rose Lavelle and Midge Purce came on in the second half against Angel City.  While the Bats were the better side in the first half, the clinical threat was lacking.  Hence, it would make a lot of sense to have Lavelle and Purce start in San Diego.

Meanwhile, the Wave appears to be heading in a different direction compared to the NJ/NY side.  They have lost twice and shared the point once in their last three NWSL matches.  On the other hand, Gotham FC has won their last two NWSL fixtures and remains unbeaten in their last three.  Perhaps this will be the perfect time for the NJ/NY side to earn three points in San Diego.

How to watch the game between Gotham FC and San Diego

Date

Friday, September 12

Time

10:00 PM ET, with an expected kickoff a little after

How to watch on TV and streaming

Amazon Prime Video

How to watch in person

Fans would have to travel to California to see the teams play in person

How to listen

Unknown at this time

How to follow

If Gotham fans cannot watch or listen to the game, then they can follow along via the NWSL website and the club’s X account.

Final Notes

This will be the first of three games in a row in all competitions on the West Coast.  It might be smart for Gotham FC to stay out there, but whether that will happen is unknown.