NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Houston Dash W and NJ/NY Gotham FC W drew 0:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. 3 yellow cards were shown. Houston Dash W had 41% possession while NJ/NY Gotham FC W held 59%. Houston Dash W had 3 shots (1 on target) compared to 9 (2 on target) for NJ/NY Gotham FC W. Houston Dash W made 3 substitutions, NJ/NY Gotham FC W made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Houston Dash W and NJ/NY Gotham FC W — 0 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Houston Dash W had 41% possession against NJ/NY Gotham FC W's 59%. Houston Dash W registered 3 shots (1 on target) while NJ/NY Gotham FC W managed 9 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 2–2. Fouls committed: 15–20.
Lineups
Houston Dash W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Fabrice Gautrat, while NJ/NY Gotham FC W deployed a 4-1-4-1 under Juan Carlos Amorós López.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Houston Dash W is 6.98, compared to 6.97 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. Houston Dash W's highest-rated starter is A. Patterson (7.31), while NJ/NY Gotham FC W's best-rated player is A. Berger (7.40).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Houston Dash W have contributed 2 goals and 1 assists this season, led by M. Graham (2G). NJ/NY Gotham FC W's starters account for 3 goals and 1 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
Houston Dash W deploy 4 defenders rated 7.11 on average, against NJ/NY Gotham FC W's 4-man backline averaging 7.00. 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 6.94, versus NJ/NY Gotham FC W's 5 rated 6.88. 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 1 forward(s) averaging 6.70, compared to 1 for NJ/NY Gotham FC W averaging 6.62. 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 76% for Houston Dash W and 83% 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
Houston Dash W's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 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 Houston Dash W's starting XI is 27.4 (youngest: A. Patterson (23), oldest: P. K. Nielsen (32)), while NJ/NY Gotham FC W average 28.1 (youngest: L. Reale (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
Houston Dash W's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 10 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.
Substitutes
Coach: Fabrice Gautrat
Substitutes
Coach: Juan Carlos Amorós López
Rivalry since 2019
Houston Dash W vs NJ/NY Gotham FC W Head to Head Results· 14
Houston Dash W and NJ/NY Gotham FC W have met 14 times — Houston Dash W won 6, NJ/NY Gotham FC W won 6, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. A combined 31 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.21 per match (16 for the home side, 15 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 games (36%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–4 in 2022.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Houston Dash W have recorded 1 win, 1 draw and 4 defeats. NJ/NY Gotham FC W show 5 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026