Seattle Reign FC battled Bay FC in a tightly contested NWSL matchup that swung back and forth until the final whistle, delivering a 3-2 result that kept the Reign’s playoff hopes alive.
Fishlock’s Milestone
Veteran midfielder Jess Fishlock entered the game in the 84th minute and, just a minute later, struck the decisive goal, marking her 50th career NWSL regular‑season tally and joining an elite group of ten players to reach the mark.
The match opened with Mia Fishel opening the scoring in the fifth minute, her first NWSL goal in open play, set up by Maddie Dahlien, who would later double the lead before halftime.
Bay FC’s Fightback
Bay FC answered with a solo effort from Hannah Bebar in the 13th minute, a striking strike from outside the box that put the visitors on the board. The home side extended their advantage shortly after, but the visitors kept pressing.
A set‑piece in the 75th minute saw Keira Barry find the net, narrowing the gap and raising hopes of a comeback. The tension rose as the clock wound down, setting the stage for a dramatic finish.
In stoppage time, Fishlock’s late strike not only secured the win but also underscored the veteran’s impact as the Reign finished the night ninth on tie‑breakers with 23 points, while Bay FC remained 14th with 19.