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Kansas City Current Completes Historic Unbeaten Home Season with Victory Over San Diego Wave
11/3/2025, 12:44:59 PM
Match Overview
On November 2, 2025, the Kansas City Current concluded their National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) regular season with a 2-1 victory against the San Diego Wave at CPKC Stadium. This match marked a significant achievement for the Current, as they became only the sixth team in NWSL history to finish a regular season unbeaten at home, boasting a record of 11 wins and 2 draws. The Current's victory also extended their record for the most points in a single season to 65, alongside a league record of 21 wins.
Scoring Summary
The match began with San Diego taking an early lead in the eighth minute, when midfielder Dudinha scored her fifth goal in five games against Kansas City. The Current struggled in the first half, failing to register a shot on target. However, the tide turned in the second half when Debinha equalized with a curling free kick in the 54th minute. Nichelle Prince secured the win for Kansas City in the 75th minute with a well-placed shot following a cross from Haley Hopkins.
Key Player Performances
Debinha's performance was pivotal, as she not only scored the equalizer but also reached her 20th regular season goal for the Current, becoming one of 32 players in NWSL history to achieve this milestone with a single club. Her goal also marked her 79th career goal across all NWSL competitions, placing her tied for second all-time in league history. Nichelle Prince's goal was her first of the season and the 15th of her career.
Defensive Strength
Kansas City's defense was instrumental in maintaining their lead, limiting San Diego's scoring opportunities in the match's closing stages. The Current concluded the season with only 13 goals conceded, the fewest in NWSL history for a single season.
Historical Context
The Current's success this season follows a trend of strong performances, including selling out every home match in 2024 and replicating this feat in 2025. The team has now sold out 26 consecutive regular season home matches at CPKC Stadium, which is notable as it is the first stadium purpose-built for a women's professional sports team.
Looking Ahead
With the regular season concluded, the Kansas City Current will enter the 2025 NWSL Playoffs as the top seed. Their first playoff match will take place at CPKC Stadium, with details regarding their opponent and match timing to be finalized after the league's "Decision Day."
Criticism & Opposition
Despite the Current's success, the San Diego Wave faced challenges throughout the season, finishing sixth in the standings. The Wave's performance fluctuated, with a strong start followed by a mid-season slump. They will now prepare for their playoff match against the Portland Thorns as the sixth seed.
Verbatim Quotes
This match not only capped off a historic season for the Kansas City Current but also set the stage for an exciting playoff run.
