NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Utah Royals W defeated Houston Dash W 2:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by K. Riehl 4′, P. Monaghan 45′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Utah Royals W had 57% possession while Houston Dash W held 43%. Utah Royals W had 12 shots (6 on target) compared to 5 (0 on target) for Houston Dash W. Utah Royals W made 5 substitutions, Houston Dash W made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Cloé Lacasse 34′).
Match Events
Key match events between Utah Royals W and Houston Dash W — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: C. Lacasse
assist: N. Rabano
Match Statistics
Utah Royals W had 57% possession against Houston Dash W's 43%. Utah Royals W registered 12 shots (6 on target) while Houston Dash W managed 5 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 4–3. Fouls committed: 14–12.
Lineups
Utah Royals W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Jimmy Coenraets, while Houston Dash W deployed a 4-4-2 under Fabrice Gautrat.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Utah Royals W is 7.08, compared to 6.93 for Houston Dash 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 P. Monaghan (7.35), while Houston Dash W's best-rated player is K. van Zanten (7.33).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Utah Royals W have contributed 5 goals and 8 assists this season, led by C. Lacasse (3G). Houston Dash W's starters account for 6 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by K. van Zanten (4G). 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 7.08 on average, against Houston Dash W's 4-man backline averaging 6.96. 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 6 midfielders averaging 7.08, versus Houston Dash W's 4 rated 6.98. 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 —, compared to 2 for Houston Dash W averaging 6.46. 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 70% for Utah Royals W and 74% for Houston Dash 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 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 for Houston Dash 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 27.8 (youngest: A. Tejada Jimenez (23), oldest: C. Lacasse (32)), while Houston Dash W average 27.8 (youngest: A. Patterson (23), oldest: A. Chapman (36)). 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 6 for Houston Dash 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: Fabrice Gautrat
Rivalry since 2019
Utah Royals W vs Houston Dash W Head to Head Results· 8
Utah Royals W and Houston Dash W have met 8 times — Utah Royals W won 3, Houston Dash W won 3, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. A combined 22 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.75 per match (12 for the home side, 10 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. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2020.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Utah Royals W have recorded 5 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats. Houston Dash W show 1 win, 1 draw and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026