NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Kansas City W defeated Chicago Red Stars W 3:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by Bia Zaneratto 34′, T. Chawinga 41′, S. Groom 51′, K. Sharples 60′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Chicago Red Stars W had 54% possession while Kansas City W held 46%. Chicago Red Stars W had 2 shots (1 on target) compared to 13 (7 on target) for Kansas City W. Chicago Red Stars W made 5 substitutions, Kansas City W made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Chicago Red Stars W and Kansas City W — 4 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: H. Mace
assist: Bia Zaneratto
assist: I. Rodriguez
Match Statistics
Chicago Red Stars W had 54% possession against Kansas City W's 46%. Chicago Red Stars W registered 2 shots (1 on target) while Kansas City W managed 13 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 6–18.
Lineups
Chicago Red Stars W lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Anders Jacobson, while Kansas City W deployed a 4-3-3 under Vlatko Andonovski.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Chicago Red Stars W is 6.53, compared to 6.77 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. Chicago Red Stars W's highest-rated starter is M. Lopez Millan (6.76), while Kansas City W's best-rated player is T. Chawinga (7.35).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Chicago Red Stars W have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Kansas City W's starters account for 3 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
Chicago Red Stars W deploy 2 defenders rated — on average, against Kansas City W's 3-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
Chicago Red Stars W field 7 midfielders averaging 6.57, versus Kansas City W's 6 rated 6.77. 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
Chicago Red Stars W start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.15, compared to 2 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 78% for Chicago Red Stars W and 72% 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
Chicago Red Stars W's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 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 Chicago Red Stars W's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: J. Joseph (23), oldest: A. Naeher (37)), while Kansas City W average 29.0 (youngest: I. Rodriguez (26), 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
Chicago Red Stars W's starters average 7 league appearances each, versus 6 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: Anders Jacobson
Substitutes
Coach: Vlatko Andonovski
Rivalry since 2021
Chicago Red Stars W vs Kansas City W Head to Head Results· 17
Chicago Red Stars W and Kansas City W have met 17 times — Chicago Red Stars W won 6, Kansas City W won 7, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. Kansas City W leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 17 meetings. A combined 62 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.65 per match (29 for the home side, 33 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (65%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 14 games (82%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 6–3 in 2023.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Chicago Red Stars W have recorded 1 win, 0 draws and 5 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