Jaedyn Shaw scores as Gotham FC edges San Diego Wave in NWSL matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 4:46 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
In Harrison, N.J., Gotham FC defeated San Diego Wave 1-0 on Friday night, with Jaedyn Shaw scoring in the 44th minute. The goal, assisted by rookie Jordynn Dudley, marked Shaw's fifth of the season and helped Gotham extend their win streak to three matches. Acting head coach Shaun Harris highlighted the team's performance and Shaw's ability to execute critical plays. Gotham's upcoming match is on August 14 against Kansas City Current.
- •Gotham FC now leads the NWSL standings after the victory.
- •Shaw's goal was against her former team, marking an impactful return.
- •Gotham has won three consecutive games.
- •The team welcomes back players from injury, enhancing their roster depth.
- •Upcoming match against Kansas City Current is set for August 14.
- 3:19 PMYahoo Sports — Jaedyn Shaw scores against former team to lift Gotham FC past San Diego
- 4:46 AMYahoo Sports — Jaedyn Shaw comes back to haunt San Diego Wave as Gotham FC tighten grip on NWSL table
"HARRISON, N.J. — Gotham FC forward Jaedyn Shaw’s goal against San Diego Wave on Friday night helped the 2025 NWSL champions strengthen their position at the top of the National Women’s Soccer League table. The 21-year-old found the back of the net against her former club in the 44th minute, scoring off an assist from rookie Jordynn Dudley in Gotham’s 1-0 win. Shaw calmly positioned herself in the right spot before bending the ball perfectly to slip through San Diego’s crowded box. “For me, scori
"Jaedyn Shaw scored the game-winning goal against her former team, San Diego Wave FC, to give Gotham FC a 1-0 win at Sports Illustrated Stadium on Friday night.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 3:19 PMJaedyn Shaw scores against former team to lift Gotham FC past San Diego
Jaedyn Shaw scored the game-winning goal against her former team, San Diego Wave FC, to give Gotham FC a 1-0 win at Sports Illustrated Stadium on Friday night.
- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 4:46 AMJaedyn Shaw comes back to haunt San Diego Wave as Gotham FC tighten grip on NWSL table
HARRISON, N.J. — Gotham FC forward Jaedyn Shaw’s goal against San Diego Wave on Friday night helped the 2025 NWSL champions strengthen their position at the top of the National Women’s Soccer League table. The 21-year-old found the back of the net against her former club in the 44th minute, scoring off an assist from rookie Jordynn Dudley in Gotham’s 1-0 win. Shaw calmly positioned herself in the right spot before bending the ball perfectly to slip through San Diego’s crowded box. “For me, scori
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