NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Houston Dash W defeated Utah Royals W 1:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by D. Sheehan 80′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Houston Dash W had 43% possession while Utah Royals W held 57%. Houston Dash W had 7 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for Utah Royals W. Houston Dash W made 2 substitutions, Utah Royals W made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Houston Dash W and Utah Royals W — 1 goal and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Houston Dash W had 43% possession against Utah Royals W's 57%. Houston Dash W registered 7 shots (4 on target) while Utah Royals W managed 13 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 5–2. Fouls committed: 8–10.
Lineups
Houston Dash W lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Fabrice Gautrat, while Utah Royals W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Jimmy Coenraets.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Houston Dash W is 6.90, compared to 6.94 for Utah Royals 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 A. Patterson (7.31), while Utah Royals W's best-rated player is N. Rabano (7.33).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Houston Dash W have contributed 2 goals and 1 assists this season, led by M. Graham (2G). Utah Royals W's starters account for 0 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 3 defenders rated 6.91 on average, against Utah Royals W's 4-man backline averaging 7.08. 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 7.06, versus Utah Royals W's 6 rated 6.67. 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 2 forward(s) averaging 6.54, compared to 1 for Utah Royals 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 73% for Houston Dash W and 67% for Utah Royals 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 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Utah Royals 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 27.7 (youngest: A. Patterson (23), oldest: P. K. Nielsen (32)), while Utah Royals W average 25.5 (youngest: A. Tejada Jimenez (23), oldest: C. Kizer (28)). 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 5 league appearances each, versus 7 for Utah Royals 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: Jimmy Coenraets
Rivalry since 2019
Houston Dash W vs Utah Royals W Head to Head Results· 8
Houston Dash W and Utah Royals W have met 8 times — Houston Dash W won 2, Utah Royals W won 4, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. Utah Royals W leads the head-to-head with 4 victories from 8 meetings. A combined 23 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.88 per match (9 for the home side, 14 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 5 matches (63%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 games (63%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Utah Royals W are currently unbeaten in the last 6 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2020.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Houston Dash W have recorded 1 win, 1 draw and 4 defeats. Utah Royals W show 5 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026