Utah Royals advance to NWSL semifinals with 1-0 win over Wave
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 7:47 AM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
The Utah Royals secured a 1-0 victory over the San Diego Wave on November 6, achieving their first-ever playoff win. Kiana Palacios scored in the 30th minute, marking the club's historic first playoff goal. Goalkeeper Mandy McGlynn played a key role with several critical saves, keeping a clean sheet. The Royals advance to the 2026 NWSL semifinals and will face the winner of the Washington Spirit versus Portland Thorns match.
- •Kiana Palacios scores the game's only goal in the 30th minute.
- •Mandy McGlynn records a clean sheet with critical saves.
- •The Royals advance to face the winner of Spirit vs. Thorns.
- 7:47 AMYahoo Sports — Match review: Royals advance with 1-0 victory over Wave in first-ever playoff run
"McGlynn’s clean sheet lifts the Utah Royals to their first-ever playoff victory
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