San Diego, CA – The highly anticipated Southern California derby between Angel City FC and San Diego Wave FC is set to ignite Snapdragon Stadium tonight, August 10, 2025, with kickoff at 7 PM PT. The National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) clash, a fixture known for its intense rivalry since both teams debuted in 2022, highlights the league's surging popularity and fan engagement. Angel City FC announced the match details via social media, stating, "¡Día de partido! 🎉 🆚 San Diego Wave 📍 Snapdragon Stadium 🥳 6 PM Watch party at Dog Haus Biergarten Burbank ⚽️ 7 PM Kickoff."
The rivalry between Angel City FC and San Diego Wave FC has quickly become one of the NWSL's most compelling, drawing significant crowds and often featuring close contests. Angel City FC has been unbeaten in five matches against San Diego, though recent encounters have included draws, underscoring the competitive nature of the matchup. This game follows a 1-1 draw between the two clubs earlier this season on March 16.
Snapdragon Stadium, home to San Diego Wave FC, has become a landmark venue for the NWSL, consistently setting attendance records. The stadium notably broke the NWSL attendance record in September 2022 with 32,000 fans for the Wave's debut match there against Angel City FC, and also hosted the 2023 NWSL Championship. Its capacity for soccer-specific events is 32,000, reflecting the growing demand for women's professional soccer.
The NWSL itself is experiencing unprecedented growth, with national broadcast viewership up 95% year-over-year and total match attendance surpassing one million fans faster than ever before in the 2024 season. This surge is fueled by new media rights deals with major broadcasters like ION, which will carry tonight's match in the USA, alongside iHeartRadio for English radio commentary and NWSL+ for international viewers.
Angel City FC has been at the forefront of this growth, known for its strong community engagement and unique ownership model. The club actively fosters a diverse and inclusive fan base, with initiatives that extend beyond the pitch, including reallocating 10% of sponsorship deals back into the community. The team's commitment to fan experience is further exemplified by organized watch parties, such as the one held at Dog Haus Biergarten Burbank for tonight's game.