NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Kansas City W defeated San Diego Wave W 2:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by Debinha 16′, L. LaBonta 25′ (pen.). 2 yellow cards were shown. San Diego Wave W had 63% possession while Kansas City W held 37%. San Diego Wave W had 9 shots (4 on target) compared to 8 (4 on target) for Kansas City W. San Diego Wave W made 5 substitutions, Kansas City W made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Claire Hutton 23′).
Match Events
Key match events between San Diego Wave W and Kansas City W — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
San Diego Wave W had 63% possession against Kansas City W's 37%. San Diego Wave W registered 9 shots (4 on target) while Kansas City W managed 8 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–1. Fouls committed: 8–12.
Lineups
San Diego Wave W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Jonas Benjamin Eidevall, while Kansas City W deployed a 4-3-3 under Vlatko Andonovski.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for San Diego Wave W is 6.85, compared to 6.85 for Kansas 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. San Diego Wave W's highest-rated starter is K. Dali (6.98), while Kansas City W's best-rated player is T. Chawinga (7.35).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of San Diego Wave W have contributed 1 goals and 2 assists this season, led by K. Wesley (1G). Kansas City W's starters account for 6 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by T. Chawinga (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
San Diego Wave W deploy 3 defenders rated 6.76 on average, against Kansas City W's 2-man backline averaging 6.88. 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
San Diego Wave W field 6 midfielders averaging 6.94, versus Kansas City W's 7 rated 6.80. 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
San Diego Wave W start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Kansas City W averaging 7.15. 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 86% for San Diego Wave W and 70% for Kansas 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
San Diego Wave W's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Kansas 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 San Diego Wave W's starting XI is 29.3 (youngest: K. Wesley (24), oldest: K. Dali (34)), while Kansas City W average 27.6 (youngest: E. Wheeler (23), oldest: Debinha (34)). 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
San Diego Wave W's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 7 for Kansas 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: Jonas Benjamin Eidevall
Substitutes
Coach: Vlatko Andonovski
Rivalry since 2022
San Diego Wave W vs Kansas City W Head to Head Results· 7
San Diego Wave W and Kansas City W have met 7 times — San Diego Wave W won 1, Kansas City W won 5, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2022. Kansas City W leads the head-to-head with 5 victories from 7 meetings. A combined 23 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.29 per match (9 for the home side, 14 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 6 matches (86%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 6 games (86%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Kansas City W are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2024.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, San Diego Wave W have recorded 4 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat. Kansas City W show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026