With a rough end to their road trip still fresh in their minds, San Diego Wave came into this one looking to get back in the win column. Back at home in front of supporters, Wave FC were after not just the three points, but were looking to keep their place at the top of league standings. With so many teams in the mix early in the season, a loss meant losing the top spot as well as the match at home. In the end, despite some controversial calls, San Diego Wave were able to fight until the end, and come up with crucial late goals to end the match in a 2-2 draw to split the points.
Controversy and chaos: San Diego Wave 2, Portland Thorns 2
