NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
North Carolina Courage W and San Diego Wave W drew 0:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. 1 yellow card was shown. North Carolina Courage W had 55% possession while San Diego Wave W held 45%. North Carolina Courage W had 1 shots (1 on target) compared to 4 (1 on target) for San Diego Wave W. North Carolina Courage W made 5 substitutions, San Diego Wave W made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between North Carolina Courage W and San Diego Wave W — 0 goals and 1 card recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
North Carolina Courage W had 55% possession against San Diego Wave W's 45%. North Carolina Courage W registered 1 shots (1 on target) while San Diego Wave W managed 4 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 1–2. Fouls committed: 4–3.
Lineups
North Carolina Courage W lined up in a 3-1-4-2 formation under Nathan Thackeray, while San Diego Wave W deployed a 4-3-3 under Jonas Benjamin Eidevall.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for North Carolina Courage W is 7.10, compared to 6.86 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. North Carolina Courage W's highest-rated starter is A. Sanchez (7.35), while San Diego Wave W's best-rated player is K. Dali (6.98).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of North Carolina Courage W have contributed 7 goals and 5 assists this season, led by A. Sanchez (5G). San Diego Wave W's starters account for 1 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by K. Ascanio (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
North Carolina Courage W deploy 1 defenders rated — on average, against San Diego Wave W's 4-man backline averaging 6.76. 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
North Carolina Courage W field 8 midfielders averaging 7.05, versus San Diego Wave W's 3 rated 6.96. 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
North Carolina Courage W start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.35, compared to 3 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 79% for North Carolina Courage W and 86% 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
North Carolina Courage W's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 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 North Carolina Courage W's starting XI is 23.5 (youngest: R. Jackson (20), oldest: R. Williams (29)), while San Diego Wave W average 27.5 (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
North Carolina Courage W's starters average 7 league appearances each, versus 13 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: Nathan Thackeray
Substitutes
Coach: Jonas Benjamin Eidevall
Rivalry since 2022
North Carolina Courage W vs San Diego Wave W Head to Head Results· 7
North Carolina Courage W and San Diego Wave W have met 7 times — North Carolina Courage W won 2, San Diego Wave W won 3, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2022. San Diego Wave W leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 7 meetings. A combined 20 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.86 per match (9 for the home side, 11 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 4 matches (57%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (57%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, North Carolina Courage W have recorded 1 win, 2 draws and 3 defeats. San Diego Wave W show 4 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026