NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
North Carolina Courage W defeated Chicago Red Stars W 2:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by M. Matsukubo 51′, M. Matsukubo 77′. 3 yellow cards were shown. North Carolina Courage W had 53% possession while Chicago Red Stars W held 47%. North Carolina Courage W had 14 shots (8 on target) compared to 10 (4 on target) for Chicago Red Stars W. North Carolina Courage W made 5 substitutions, Chicago Red Stars W made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Ludmila 64′).
Match Events
Key match events between North Carolina Courage W and Chicago Red Stars W — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: D. O'Sullivan
assist: S. Koyama
Match Statistics
North Carolina Courage W had 53% possession against Chicago Red Stars W's 47%. North Carolina Courage W registered 14 shots (8 on target) while Chicago Red Stars W managed 10 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–5. Fouls committed: 8–8.
Lineups
North Carolina Courage W lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Nathan Thackeray, while Chicago Red Stars W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Anders Jacobson.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for North Carolina Courage W is 7.13, compared to 6.60 for Chicago Red Stars 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 Chicago Red Stars W's best-rated player is M. Lopez Millan (6.76).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of North Carolina Courage W have contributed 7 goals and 4 assists this season, led by A. Sanchez (5G). Chicago Red Stars W's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 Chicago Red Stars W's 2-man backline averaging —. 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 7.10, versus Chicago Red Stars W's 8 rated 6.57. 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 0 for Chicago Red Stars 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 78% for Chicago Red Stars 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 2 for Chicago Red Stars 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 24.2 (youngest: R. Jackson (20), oldest: R. Williams (29)), while Chicago Red Stars W average 29.0 (youngest: B. Franklin (25), oldest: A. Naeher (37)). 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 7 league appearances each, versus 7 for Chicago Red Stars 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: Anders Jacobson
Rivalry since 2019
North Carolina Courage W vs Chicago Red Stars W Head to Head Results· 15
North Carolina Courage W and Chicago Red Stars W have met 15 times — North Carolina Courage W won 8, Chicago Red Stars W won 3, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. North Carolina Courage W leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 49 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.27 per match (34 for the home side, 15 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (53%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. North Carolina Courage W are currently unbeaten in the last 9 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, North Carolina Courage W have recorded 1 win, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Chicago Red Stars W show 1 win, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026