According to the head coach and team captains of Bay FC, everything is peachy heading into the team’s season opener. The mood, the vibes, the focus. But clearly not everything is great. The NWSL has launched an independent investigation into the second-year team due to allegations of coaching staff misconduct after Bay FC players complained about bullying and a toxic environment.

The NWSL announced it was investigating what one report described as a “toxic” culture under Montoya in Bay FC’s first season.

The San Francisco Chronicle published an investigation that said at least two formal complaints had been made about the team under coach Albertin Montoya.

The National Women's Soccer League has launched an investigation into Bay FC and head coach Albertin Montoya following complaints alleging a toxic environment within the team. This development comes after The San Francisco Chronicle first reported former player complaints of the poor culture on Friday.

Bay FC is preparing to debut for its second season in the National Women’s Soccer League under investigation for having a “toxic” work environment under coach Albertin Montoya. NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman confirmed the investigation Friday during a press conference in advance of a season-opening Challenge Cup match.

An independent investigation has been opened into the coaching staff at Bay FC following publication of a report that described a “toxic” work environment at the club