NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
North Carolina Courage W defeated Kansas City W 3:2. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by H. Hopkins 39′, R. Williams 52′, Bia Zaneratto 57′, K. Kurtz 90′, A. Sanchez 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. North Carolina Courage W had 52% possession while Kansas City W held 48%. North Carolina Courage W had 14 shots (8 on target) compared to 15 (4 on target) for Kansas City W. North Carolina Courage W made 4 substitutions, Kansas City W made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between North Carolina Courage W and Kansas City W — 5 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: T. Chawinga
assist: M. Matsukubo
assist: C. Hutton
assist: R. Williams
Match Statistics
North Carolina Courage W had 52% possession against Kansas City W's 48%. North Carolina Courage W registered 14 shots (8 on target) while Kansas City W managed 15 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–10. Fouls committed: 12–11.
Lineups
North Carolina Courage W lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Nathan Thackeray, while Kansas City W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Vlatko Andonovski.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for North Carolina Courage W is 7.06, compared to 6.75 for Kansas City 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. North Carolina Courage W's highest-rated starter is A. Sanchez (7.35), while Kansas City W's best-rated player is T. Chawinga (7.35).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of North Carolina Courage W have contributed 7 goals and 4 assists this season, led by A. Sanchez (5G). Kansas City W's starters account for 4 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by T. Chawinga (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
North Carolina Courage W deploy 2 defenders rated 7.00 on average, against Kansas City W's 2-man backline averaging 6.77. 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
North Carolina Courage W field 6 midfielders averaging 7.01, versus Kansas City W's 8 rated 6.74. 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
North Carolina Courage W start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.35, compared to 1 for Kansas City 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 80% for North Carolina Courage W and 70% for Kansas City 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
North Carolina Courage W's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for Kansas City 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 North Carolina Courage W's starting XI is 24.9 (youngest: R. Jackson (20), oldest: R. Williams (29)), while Kansas City W average 27.6 (youngest: E. Wheeler (23), oldest: L. LaBonta (32)). 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
North Carolina Courage W's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 7 for Kansas City 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: Nathan Thackeray
Substitutes
Coach: Vlatko Andonovski
Rivalry since 2021
North Carolina Courage W vs Kansas City W Head to Head Results· 15
North Carolina Courage W and Kansas City W have met 15 times — North Carolina Courage W won 5, Kansas City W won 8, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. Kansas City W leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 34 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.27 per match (16 for the home side, 18 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 5 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 6 games (40%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Kansas City W are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–4 in 2022.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, North Carolina Courage W have recorded 1 win, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Kansas City W show 3 wins, 0 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