In the opening match of the 2026 NWSL season, Bay FC secured a 2–1 victory over Denver Summit FC at PayPal Park in San Jose, California, on March 14, 2026. The match marked a strong start for Bay FC, highlighted by early offensive momentum and a decisive defensive performance in the second half. Bay FC took control early in the game when forward Alex Pfeiffer scored just eight minutes into the match. Capitalizing on a deflected pass, she advanced down the right side and place