NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Houston Dash W defeated Chicago Red Stars W 1:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by Y. Ryan 28′. 1 yellow card was shown. Houston Dash W had 48% possession while Chicago Red Stars W held 52%. Houston Dash W had 22 shots (6 on target) compared to 12 (6 on target) for Chicago Red Stars W. Houston Dash W made 4 substitutions, Chicago Red Stars W made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Anna Heilferty 87′).
Match Events
Key match events between Houston Dash W and Chicago Red Stars W — 1 goal and 1 card recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Houston Dash W had 48% possession against Chicago Red Stars W's 52%. Houston Dash W registered 22 shots (6 on target) while Chicago Red Stars W managed 12 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 6–5. Fouls committed: 11–12.
Lineups
Houston Dash W lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Fabrice Gautrat, while Chicago Red Stars W deployed a 4-3-3 under Anders Jacobson.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Houston Dash W is 6.89, compared to 6.52 for Chicago Red Stars 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 Chicago Red Stars W's best-rated player is A. Naeher (6.74).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Houston Dash W have contributed 5 goals and 1 assists this season, led by K. van Zanten (4G). Chicago Red Stars W's starters account for 0 goals and 0 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 7.11 on average, against Chicago Red Stars W's 3-man backline averaging 6.72. 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 6.85, versus Chicago Red Stars W's 5 rated 6.50. 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 6.46, compared to 2 for Chicago Red Stars W averaging 6.15. 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 74% for Houston Dash W and 80% for Chicago Red Stars 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 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Chicago Red Stars 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 27.9 (youngest: A. Patterson (23), oldest: S. Puntigam (33)), while Chicago Red Stars W average 27.1 (youngest: M. Hayashi (21), oldest: A. Naeher (37)). 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 6 league appearances each, versus 6 for Chicago Red Stars 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: Anders Jacobson
Rivalry since 2019
Houston Dash W vs Chicago Red Stars W Head to Head Results· 19
Houston Dash W and Chicago Red Stars W have met 19 times — Houston Dash W won 7, Chicago Red Stars W won 10, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. Chicago Red Stars W leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 19 meetings. A combined 44 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.32 per match (19 for the home side, 25 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (42%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 9 games (47%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2022.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Houston Dash W have recorded 1 win, 1 draw and 4 defeats. Chicago Red Stars W show 1 win, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026