NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Seattle Reign FC defeated Utah Royals W 4:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by Ji So-Yun 6′, M. G. Dahlien 16′, B. St.Georges 31′, E. Adames 66′, E. Adames 90′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Utah Royals W had 54% possession while Seattle Reign FC held 46%. Utah Royals W had 15 shots (4 on target) compared to 10 (6 on target) for Seattle Reign FC. Utah Royals W made 5 substitutions, Seattle Reign FC made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Nerilia Mondesir 88′).
Match Events
Key match events between Utah Royals W and Seattle Reign FC — 5 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. G. Dahlien
assist: Ji So-Yun
Penalty
Match Statistics
Utah Royals W had 54% possession against Seattle Reign FC's 46%. Utah Royals W registered 15 shots (4 on target) while Seattle Reign FC managed 10 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 5–6. Fouls committed: 14–10.
Lineups
Utah Royals W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Jimmy Coenraets, while Seattle Reign FC deployed a 4-3-3 under Laura Kate Harvey.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Utah Royals W is 6.99, compared to 6.82 for Seattle Reign FC. 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 P. Monaghan (7.35), while Seattle Reign FC's best-rated player is C. Dickey (7.33).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Utah Royals W have contributed 2 goals and 5 assists this season, led by P. Monaghan (1G). Seattle Reign FC'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
Utah Royals W deploy 4 defenders rated 7.16 on average, against Seattle Reign FC's 1-man backline averaging 6.95. 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 6.75, versus Seattle Reign FC's 7 rated 6.72. 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 0 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Seattle Reign FC averaging 6.51. 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 64% for Utah Royals W and 73% for Seattle Reign FC. 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 Seattle Reign FC. 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 26.8 (youngest: A. Tejada Jimenez (23), oldest: M. Tanaka (31)), while Seattle Reign FC average 24.0 (youngest: E. Adames (19), oldest: P. McClernon (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
Utah Royals W's starters average 7 league appearances each, versus 7 for Seattle Reign FC. 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: Laura Kate Harvey
Rivalry since 2019
Utah Royals W vs Seattle Reign FC Head to Head Results· 11
Utah Royals W and Seattle Reign FC have met 11 times — Utah Royals W won 3, Seattle Reign FC won 6, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. Seattle Reign FC leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 11 meetings. A combined 30 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.73 per match (15 for the home side, 15 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 6 matches (55%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 7 games (64%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2020.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Utah Royals W have recorded 5 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats. Seattle Reign FC show 2 wins, 2 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