NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
North Carolina Courage W defeated Houston Dash W 2:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by A. Patterson 1′, J. Shaw 71′, H. Betfort 81′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red card. North Carolina Courage W had 52% possession while Houston Dash W held 48%. North Carolina Courage W had 14 shots (5 on target) compared to 6 (2 on target) for Houston Dash W. North Carolina Courage W made 5 substitutions, Houston Dash W made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between North Carolina Courage W and Houston Dash W — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Berkely
assist: M. Matsukubo
Match Statistics
North Carolina Courage W had 52% possession against Houston Dash W's 48%. North Carolina Courage W registered 14 shots (5 on target) while Houston Dash W managed 6 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 7–6. Fouls committed: 11–11.
Lineups
North Carolina Courage W lined up in a 3-1-4-2 formation under Nathan Thackeray, while Houston Dash W deployed a 4-5-1 under Fabrice Gautrat.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for North Carolina Courage W is 6.94, compared to 6.94 for Houston Dash 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 M. Matsukubo (7.32), while Houston Dash W's best-rated player is A. Patterson (7.31).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of North Carolina Courage W have contributed 2 goals and 5 assists this season, led by M. Matsukubo (2G). Houston Dash W's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by S. Puntigam (1G). 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 1 defenders rated — on average, against Houston Dash W's 4-man backline averaging 7.11. 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 8 midfielders averaging 7.05, versus Houston Dash W's 5 rated 6.80. 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 1 forward(s) averaging 6.40, compared to 1 for Houston Dash W averaging 6.70. 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 79% for North Carolina Courage W and 77% for Houston Dash 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 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Houston Dash 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 23.7 (youngest: R. Jackson (20), oldest: R. Williams (29)), while Houston Dash W average 29.3 (youngest: A. Patterson (23), oldest: S. Puntigam (33)). 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 5 for Houston Dash 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: Fabrice Gautrat
Rivalry since 2019
North Carolina Courage W vs Houston Dash W Head to Head Results· 15
North Carolina Courage W and Houston Dash W have met 15 times — North Carolina Courage W won 8, Houston Dash W won 6, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. North Carolina Courage W leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 57 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.80 per match (30 for the home side, 27 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 10 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. 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. Houston Dash W show 1 win, 1 draw and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026