Kundananji Becomes Bay FC’s All-Time Top Scorer in NWSL

Zambian striker Rachel Kundananji has etched her name into Bay Football Club’s history books, becoming the club’s all-time top scorer in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL).

The Copper Queens forward achieved the milestone last weekend when she scored in Bay FC’s 1-1 draw against Orlando Pride, surpassing Nigerian star Asisat Oshoala’s previous record of seven goals. Oshoala netted her tally last season, while Kundananji has now taken her total beyond that mark across two seasons.

Kundananji was already Bay FC’s leading playmaker, and she continues to top the club’s assist charts with seven assists—four from 21 matches last season and three from 20 appearances this season. In the current campaign, she has been directly involved in six goals, scoring three and providing three assists, underlining her importance in Bay FC’s attack.

Her achievements at club level mirror her growing influence on the international stage. Kundananji was a key figure for Zambia during the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), where she scored four goals and registered one assist, helping the Copper Queens to reach the quarterfinal, before losing to Nigeria.

Bay FC, one of the NWSL’s newer franchises, has leaned heavily on Kundananji’s versatility and work rate. Her ability to create and convert chances makes her one of the league’s most impactful forwards.

With the season nearing its climax, Bay FC currently sit outside of the NWSL Championship playoff spots, having only collected 18 points from 20 matches, winning four, losing 10 and drawing only six matches.