NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Angel City W defeated Houston Dash W 3:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by M. Hodge 13′, R. Tiernan 29′, B. Olivieri 61′, A. Thompson 86′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Houston Dash W had 68% possession while Angel City W held 32%. Houston Dash W had 14 shots (3 on target) compared to 13 (6 on target) for Angel City W. Houston Dash W made 4 substitutions, Angel City W made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Houston Dash W and Angel City W — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Thompson
assist: Y. Ryan
assist: R. Tiernan
Match Statistics
Houston Dash W had 68% possession against Angel City W's 32%. Houston Dash W registered 14 shots (3 on target) while Angel City W managed 13 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 8–2. Fouls committed: 6–12.
Lineups
Houston Dash W lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under Fabrice Gautrat, while Angel City W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Alexander Straus.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Houston Dash W is 6.92, compared to 6.65 for Angel City W. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Houston Dash W's highest-rated starter is J. Campbell (7.10), while Angel City W's best-rated player is G. Thompson (7.21).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Houston Dash W have contributed 2 goals and 1 assists this season, led by M. Graham (2G). Angel City W's starters account for 4 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by G. Thompson (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Houston Dash W deploy 2 defenders rated 6.91 on average, against Angel City W's 2-man backline averaging 6.68. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Houston Dash W field 5 midfielders averaging 6.94, versus Angel City W's 8 rated 6.66. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Houston Dash W start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.70, compared to 0 for Angel City W averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 76% for Houston Dash W and 77% for Angel City W. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Houston Dash W's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Angel City W. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Houston Dash W's starting XI is 29.8 (youngest: M. Graham (23), oldest: S. Schmidt (37)), while Angel City W average 23.9 (youngest: K. Fuller (18), oldest: S. Gorden (33)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Houston Dash W's starters average 4 league appearances each, versus 6 for Angel City W. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Fabrice Gautrat
Substitutes
Coach: Alexander Straus
Rivalry since 2022
Houston Dash W vs Angel City W Head to Head Results· 9
Houston Dash W and Angel City W have met 9 times — Houston Dash W won 2, Angel City W won 3, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2022. Angel City W leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 9 meetings. A combined 14 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.56 per match (6 for the home side, 8 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 4 matches (44%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (33%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2026.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Houston Dash W have recorded 1 win, 1 draw and 4 defeats. Angel City W show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026