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Nwsl WomenSeason 2025

Seattle Reign FC vs NJ/NY Gotham FC W

16 March 2025 at 02:00Lumen Field, Seattle

Match Summary

Seattle Reign FC and NJ/NY Gotham FC W drew 1:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by Gabi Portilho 47′, E. Adames 71′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. Seattle Reign FC had 46% possession while NJ/NY Gotham FC W held 54%. Seattle Reign FC had 7 shots (1 on target) compared to 12 (4 on target) for NJ/NY Gotham FC W. Seattle Reign FC made 4 substitutions, NJ/NY Gotham FC W made 3. VAR was involved: Red card cancelled (Mandy Freeman 86′).

Match Events

Key match events between Seattle Reign FC and NJ/NY Gotham FC W — 2 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.

Match Statistics

Seattle Reign FC had 46% possession against NJ/NY Gotham FC W's 54%. Seattle Reign FC registered 7 shots (1 on target) while NJ/NY Gotham FC W managed 12 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–5. Fouls committed: 14–11.

Shots on Goal
1
4
Shots Off Goal
2
6
Total Shots
7
12
Blocked Shots
4
2
Shots inside the Box
6
10
Shots outside the Box
1
2
Fouls
14
11
Corner Kicks
3
5
Offsides
1
1
Ball Possession
46%
54%
Yellow Cards
2
4
Red Cards
0
1
Goalkeeper Saves
3
0
Total Passes
345
400
Accurate Passes
253
307
Pass Accuracy
73%
77%
Expected Goals (xG)
0
0
Goals Prevented (xGP)
0
0

Lineups

Seattle Reign FC lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Laura Kate Harvey, while NJ/NY Gotham FC W deployed a 4-1-4-1 under Juan Carlos Amorós López.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Seattle Reign FC is 6.91, compared to 6.98 for NJ/NY Gotham FC 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. Seattle Reign FC's highest-rated starter is C. Dickey (7.33), while NJ/NY Gotham FC W's best-rated player is A. Berger (7.40).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Seattle Reign FC have contributed 2 goals and 0 assists this season, led by A. James-Turner (1G). NJ/NY Gotham FC W's starters account for 3 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by E. Gonzalez Rodriguez (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Seattle Reign FC deploy 1 defenders rated 6.95 on average, against NJ/NY Gotham FC W's 4-man backline averaging 7.05. 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

Seattle Reign FC field 7 midfielders averaging 6.76, versus NJ/NY Gotham FC W's 5 rated 6.85. 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

Seattle Reign FC start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for NJ/NY Gotham FC W averaging 6.61. 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 81% for Seattle Reign FC and 84% for NJ/NY Gotham FC 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

Seattle Reign FC's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for NJ/NY Gotham FC 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 Seattle Reign FC's starting XI is 28.5 (youngest: M. Curry (24), oldest: J. Fishlock (38)), while NJ/NY Gotham FC W average 29.0 (youngest: S. Schupansky (22), oldest: A. Berger (35)). 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

Seattle Reign FC's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 9 for NJ/NY Gotham FC 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.

Seattle Reign FC4-3-34-1-4-1NJ/NY Gotham FC W
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Dickey24Curry23Bugg21McClern.25Holmes91So-Yun8James-T.10Fishlock7Crnogor.9Huitema5Dahlien30Berger22Freeman6Sonnett15Davidson27Carter14Martin18Portilho11Schupan.7Howell13Stevens9Rodrigu.

Substitutes

Coach: Laura Kate Harvey

Substitutes

Coach: Juan Carlos Amorós López

Seattle Reign FCPosition StrengthNJ/NY Gotham FC W
6.91
Avg Rating
6.98
7.33Goalkeeper (1 v 1)7.40
0G 0A0G 0A
6.95Defender (1 v 4)7.05
0G 0A1G 0A
6.76Midfielder (7 v 5)6.85
2G 0A0G 0A
Forward (2 v 1)6.61
0G 0A2G 0A
Seattle Reign FC4-3-3
1GoalkeeperC. Dickey7.3
21DefenderP. McClernon7.0
24MidfielderM. Curry6.7
23MidfielderJ. Bugg
25MidfielderS. Holmes
91MidfielderJi So-Yun
8MidfielderA. James-Turner6.81G
10MidfielderJ. Fishlock6.81G
5MidfielderM. G. Dahlien
7ForwardA. Crnogorcevic
9ForwardJ. Huitema
NJ/NY Gotham FC W4-1-4-1
30GoalkeeperA. Berger7.4
22DefenderM. Freeman
6DefenderE. Sonnett7.2
15DefenderT. Davidson7.01G
27DefenderJ. Carter7.0
14MidfielderN. Martin
18MidfielderGabi Portilho
11MidfielderS. Schupansky6.6
7MidfielderJ. M. Howell7.1
13MidfielderE. Stevens
9ForwardE. Gonzalez Rodriguez6.62G

Rivalry since 2019

Seattle Reign FC vs NJ/NY Gotham FC W Head to Head Results· 16

Seattle Reign FC and NJ/NY Gotham FC W have met 16 times — Seattle Reign FC won 5, NJ/NY Gotham FC W won 7, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. NJ/NY Gotham FC W leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 16 meetings. A combined 37 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.31 per match (16 for the home side, 21 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (44%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 6 games (38%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. NJ/NY Gotham FC W are currently unbeaten in the last 6 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–4 in 2023.

Total goals
37 · 2.3/match
Both scored
7/16 · 44%
Over 2.5
6/16 · 38%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 14 v 2023

Recent Form

WWonDDrawnLLost

In their last 6 matches, Seattle Reign FC have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. NJ/NY Gotham FC 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