NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Racing Louisville W and North Carolina Courage W drew 1:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by E. Sears 13′, R. Jackson 69′. 1 yellow card was shown. Racing Louisville W had 32% possession while North Carolina Courage W held 68%. Racing Louisville W had 13 shots (7 on target) compared to 15 (5 on target) for North Carolina Courage W. Racing Louisville W made 3 substitutions, North Carolina Courage W made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Racing Louisville W and North Carolina Courage W — 2 goals and 1 card recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Racing Louisville W had 32% possession against North Carolina Courage W's 68%. Racing Louisville W registered 13 shots (7 on target) while North Carolina Courage W managed 15 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 5–6. Fouls committed: 4–11.
Lineups
Racing Louisville W lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Beverly Goebel Yanez, while North Carolina Courage W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Nathan Thackeray.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Racing Louisville W is 6.76, compared to 7.06 for North Carolina Courage 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. Racing Louisville W's highest-rated starter is T. Flint (7.26), while North Carolina Courage W's best-rated player is A. Sanchez (7.35).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Racing Louisville W have contributed 7 goals and 6 assists this season, led by L. Milliet (2G). North Carolina Courage W's starters account for 7 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by A. Sanchez (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Racing Louisville W deploy 4 defenders rated 6.58 on average, against North Carolina Courage W's 3-man backline averaging 6.87. 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
Racing Louisville W field 3 midfielders averaging 7.26, versus North Carolina Courage W's 6 rated 7.18. 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
Racing Louisville W start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.86, compared to 1 for North Carolina Courage 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 69% for Racing Louisville W and 76% for North Carolina Courage 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
Racing Louisville W's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for North Carolina Courage 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 Racing Louisville W's starting XI is 27.7 (youngest: E. Sears (24), oldest: A. Wright (33)), while North Carolina Courage W average 25.0 (youngest: R. Jackson (20), oldest: R. Williams (29)). 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
Racing Louisville W's starters average 8 league appearances each, versus 7 for North Carolina Courage 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: Beverly Goebel Yanez
Substitutes
Coach: Nathan Thackeray
Rivalry since 2021
Racing Louisville W vs North Carolina Courage W Head to Head Results· 14
Racing Louisville W and North Carolina Courage W have met 14 times — Racing Louisville W won 2, North Carolina Courage W won 12, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. North Carolina Courage W leads the head-to-head with 12 victories from 14 meetings. A combined 48 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.43 per match (13 for the home side, 35 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (64%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (79%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2022.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Racing Louisville W have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 defeats. North Carolina Courage W show 1 win, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026