July 27, 2022 – National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) – San Diego Wave FC News Release
San Diego Wave FC (6-3-4) vs. Chicago Red Stars (5-2-5)
2022 NWSL Regular Season
Saturday, July 30, 2022, at 5:00 pm PT
Soldier Field
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SAN DIEGO, Calif. – First-place San Diego Wave Fútbol Club travels to face third-place Chicago Red Stars on Saturday, July 30, at 5 p.m. PT. With just two points separating the top three spots in the NWSL standings, Saturday’s match is an important result for both sides.
Newly acquired USYNT player Jaedyn Shaw will be available for the first time on Saturday, as well as Wave FC star players Alex Morgan, Kailen Sheridan, Taylor Kornieck and Naomi Girma who return to the squad for the first time since June 19.
Below are quotes from Head Coach Casey Stoney, defender Madison Pogarch and midfielder Kristen McNabb from Wednesday’s media availability.
Wave FC Head Coach Casey Stoney
On the upcoming match in Chicago:
It is a big game for us this weekend. Every game is big now in this push to the final part of the season now that we have completed the first half. Tough game coming up, Chicago is an exceptional side. They have a very good coach and have lots of threats. We are prepared, and it is good to have nearly everyone back [with the exception of Jakobsson]. We are looking forward to getting back to playing games again.
On Internationals returning:
The vibe is different when they are back. Everyone is pleased to have them back. They are looking for good in training, and we are looking forward to welcoming Sofia [Jakobsson] when she returns.
On Madison Pogarch’s role:
I am very pleased with the addition of Po [Pogarch]. She is a character in the dressing [locker] room, which I think is important. Her speed and athleticism will really help us. I am looking forward to working with her and seeing the limits we can push, how we can develop her, and how she can contribute to the team.
On resigning McNabb:
She has been pivotal in our success in the first half of the season. I am very pleased to secure her signature. I am always planning and looking ahead to see how we can sustain what we have and continue to improve and better our playing.
On Chicago scoring many goals on counter attacks:
They have speed. There’s tremendous pace in their front line especially with Mal [Pugh]. She is a significant player for them, and someone we will have to be very aware of. We have great assets in our locker room too, so they [Chicago] need to be very…