NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
San Diego Wave W defeated Houston Dash W 3:2. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by K. Dali 17′, A. Leon 36′, M. Sanchez 51′, B. Olivieri 61′, Y. Ryan 68′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Houston Dash W had 50% possession while San Diego Wave W held 50%. Houston Dash W had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 18 (10 on target) for San Diego Wave W. Houston Dash W made 2 substitutions, San Diego Wave W made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Houston Dash W and San Diego Wave W — 5 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: H. Lundkvist
assist: D. Cascarino
assist: M. Graham
Match Statistics
Houston Dash W had 50% possession against San Diego Wave W's 50%. Houston Dash W registered 11 shots (3 on target) while San Diego Wave W managed 18 (10 on target). Corner kicks: 0–12. Fouls committed: 8–13.
Lineups
Houston Dash W lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under Fabrice Gautrat, while San Diego Wave W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Jonas Benjamin Eidevall.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Houston Dash W is 6.96, compared to 6.91 for San Diego Wave 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 K. van Zanten (7.33), while San Diego Wave W's best-rated player is G. Corley (7.25).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Houston Dash W have contributed 6 goals and 1 assists this season, led by K. van Zanten (4G). San Diego Wave W's starters account for 0 goals and 4 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 San Diego Wave W's 4-man backline averaging 6.75. 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 San Diego Wave W's 5 rated 7.02. 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 7.02, compared to 1 for San Diego Wave 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 77% for Houston Dash W and 83% for San Diego Wave 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 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for San Diego Wave 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 27.2 (youngest: M. Graham (23), oldest: P. K. Nielsen (32)), while San Diego Wave W average 26.6 (youngest: K. Ascanio (17), oldest: K. Dali (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
Houston Dash W's starters average 5 league appearances each, versus 8 for San Diego Wave 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: Jonas Benjamin Eidevall
Rivalry since 2022
Houston Dash W vs San Diego Wave W Head to Head Results· 9
Houston Dash W and San Diego Wave W have met 9 times — Houston Dash W won 3, San Diego Wave W won 4, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2022. San Diego Wave W leads the head-to-head with 4 victories from 9 meetings. A combined 19 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.11 per match (9 for the home side, 10 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (22%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (44%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Houston Dash W are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2026.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Houston Dash W have recorded 1 win, 1 draw and 4 defeats. San Diego Wave W show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026