NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
NJ/NY Gotham FC W defeated North Carolina Courage W 3:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by E. Gonzalez Rodriguez 43′, E. Gonzalez Rodriguez 45′, L. Reale 46′, B. A. Pinto 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. NJ/NY Gotham FC W had 51% possession while North Carolina Courage W held 49%. NJ/NY Gotham FC W had 20 shots (8 on target) compared to 9 (4 on target) for North Carolina Courage W. NJ/NY Gotham FC W made 5 substitutions, North Carolina Courage W made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Esther González 45′).
Match Events
Key match events between NJ/NY Gotham FC W and North Carolina Courage W — 4 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: E. Stevens
assist: M. Speck
Match Statistics
NJ/NY Gotham FC W had 51% possession against North Carolina Courage W's 49%. NJ/NY Gotham FC W registered 20 shots (8 on target) while North Carolina Courage W managed 9 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 10–10.
Lineups
NJ/NY Gotham FC W lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under Juan Carlos Amorós López, while North Carolina Courage W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Nathan Thackeray.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for NJ/NY Gotham FC W is 6.96, compared to 6.95 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. NJ/NY Gotham FC W's highest-rated starter is A. Berger (7.40), while North Carolina Courage W's best-rated player is A. Sanchez (7.35).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of NJ/NY Gotham FC W have contributed 2 goals and 0 assists this season, led by E. Gonzalez Rodriguez (2G). North Carolina Courage W's starters account for 7 goals and 5 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
NJ/NY Gotham FC W deploy 4 defenders rated 7.00 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
NJ/NY Gotham FC W field 5 midfielders averaging 6.77, versus North Carolina Courage W's 6 rated 7.00. 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
NJ/NY Gotham FC W start 1 forward(s) averaging —, 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 82% for NJ/NY Gotham FC W and 77% 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
NJ/NY Gotham FC W's starters have collected 4 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 NJ/NY Gotham FC W's starting XI is 28.3 (youngest: L. Reale (22), oldest: A. Berger (35)), while North Carolina Courage W average 25.2 (youngest: S. Koyama (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
NJ/NY Gotham FC W's starters average 9 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: Juan Carlos Amorós López
Substitutes
Coach: Nathan Thackeray
Rivalry since 2019
NJ/NY Gotham FC W vs North Carolina Courage W Head to Head Results· 21
NJ/NY Gotham FC W and North Carolina Courage W have met 21 times — NJ/NY Gotham FC W won 7, North Carolina Courage W won 9, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. North Carolina Courage W leads the head-to-head with 9 victories from 21 meetings. A combined 53 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.52 per match (26 for the home side, 27 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (38%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (38%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2021.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, NJ/NY Gotham FC W have recorded 4 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat. 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