NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
North Carolina Courage W defeated Utah Royals W 2:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by A. Sanchez 12′, K. Del Fava 43′ (o.g.). 2 yellow cards were shown. Utah Royals W had 48% possession while North Carolina Courage W held 52%. Utah Royals W had 9 shots (1 on target) compared to 16 (6 on target) for North Carolina Courage W. Utah Royals W made 5 substitutions, North Carolina Courage W made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Manaka Matsukubo 85′).
Match Events
Key match events between Utah Royals W and North Carolina Courage W — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
Match Statistics
Utah Royals W had 48% possession against North Carolina Courage W's 52%. Utah Royals W registered 9 shots (1 on target) while North Carolina Courage W managed 16 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 1–6. Fouls committed: 15–7.
Lineups
Utah Royals W lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Jimmy Coenraets, while North Carolina Courage W deployed a 3-4-3 under Nathan Thackeray.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Utah Royals W is 6.94, compared to 7.03 for North Carolina Courage 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. Utah Royals W's highest-rated starter is N. Rabano (7.33), while North Carolina Courage W's best-rated player is A. Sanchez (7.35).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Utah Royals W have contributed 0 goals and 1 assists this season, led by —. North Carolina Courage W's starters account for 7 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by A. Sanchez (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Utah Royals W deploy 3 defenders rated 7.16 on average, against North Carolina Courage W's 2-man backline averaging 7.00. 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
Utah Royals W field 7 midfielders averaging 6.71, versus North Carolina Courage W's 6 rated 7.01. 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
Utah Royals W start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.75, compared to 2 for North Carolina Courage W averaging 7.08. 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 67% for Utah Royals W and 80% for North Carolina Courage 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
Utah Royals W's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for North Carolina Courage 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 Utah Royals W's starting XI is 25.5 (youngest: A. Tejada Jimenez (23), oldest: C. Kizer (28)), while North Carolina Courage W average 24.3 (youngest: R. Jackson (20), oldest: R. Williams (29)). 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
Utah Royals W's starters average 7 league appearances each, versus 7 for North Carolina Courage 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: Jimmy Coenraets
Substitutes
Coach: Nathan Thackeray
Rivalry since 2019
Utah Royals W vs North Carolina Courage W Head to Head Results· 6
Utah Royals W and North Carolina Courage W have met 6 times — Utah Royals W won 1, North Carolina Courage W won 3, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. North Carolina Courage W leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 6 meetings. A combined 14 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.33 per match (5 for the home side, 9 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 4 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2024.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Utah Royals W have recorded 5 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats. North Carolina Courage W show 1 win, 2 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