San Antonio Spurs teammates Chris Paul and Harrison Barnes were spotted in attendance as Angel City FC and San Diego Wave FC played out a thrilling 1-1 draw at the Banc of California Stadium.
The NBA duo created a buzz among fans, receiving customized jerseys and interacting with supporters while enjoying the match. Their presence, alongside Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis, added mainstream attention to the game, further elevating the profile of women’s soccer and the NWSL.
Angel City FC’s Standings & Upcoming Fixtures
📊 Current Position: 7th in NWSL (2 points behind leaders Orlando Pride)
⚽ Next Matches:
🔹 March 22 – vs Portland Thorns (Away)
🔹 March 31 – vs Seattle Reign FC (Home)
The growing celebrity and sports star presence at NWSL games signals rising support for women’s soccer. Could this be the start of more NBA stars backing the league?
Chris Paul at the Angel City game today:
— Kamran Nia (@kamran_nia) March 17, 2025
📸: Angel City Football Club pic.twitter.com/ok84ROmjAO
