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# San Diego upset by Utah in NWSL quarterfinals, falling to Royals for first time in franchise history

Though the Wave won its two 2026 matches against Utah, the Royals, with strong second-half defense, will move on to the NWSL semis.

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## Coverage

- [Times of San Diego](https://timesofsandiego.com/sports/2026/11/06/san-diego-upset-by-utah-in-nwsl-quarterfinals/), 2026-11-06 22:43 PST: San Diego upset by Utah in NWSL quarterfinals, falling to Royals for first time in franchise history

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