Lia Godfrey scores lone goal as San Diego Wave edges Washington Spirit

Lia Godfrey scored in the 60th minute to secure a 1-0 victory for San Diego Wave FC over Washington Spirit on August 2, 2026. The match, played at Audi Field in Washington, D.C., featured a challenging downpour that affected play. Godfrey's goal marked her fourth game-winner this season, contributing to her impressive total of nine goal contributions. San Diego's coach, Jonas Eidevall, celebrated after the match, noting the significance of avenging last year's defeat against the Spirit. The Wave's defense played a crucial role, with goalkeeper Sandra Paños earning a clean sheet. San Diego will next face Gotham FC on August 7, 2026.

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