NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Kansas City W defeated North Carolina Courage W 2:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by I. Rodriguez 31′, L. LaBonta 41′ (pen.). 2 yellow cards were shown. Kansas City W had 57% possession while North Carolina Courage W held 43%. Kansas City W had 3 shots (0 on target) compared to 4 (1 on target) for North Carolina Courage W. Kansas City W made 5 substitutions, North Carolina Courage W made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Kansas City W and North Carolina Courage W — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
Kansas City W had 57% possession against North Carolina Courage W's 43%. Kansas City W registered 3 shots (0 on target) while North Carolina Courage W managed 4 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 3–1. Fouls committed: 1–3.
Lineups
Kansas City W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Vlatko Andonovski, while North Carolina Courage W deployed a 3-4-3 under Nathan Thackeray.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Kansas City W is 6.84, compared to 7.11 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. Kansas City W's highest-rated starter is T. Chawinga (7.35), while North Carolina Courage W's best-rated player is A. Sanchez (7.35).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Kansas City W have contributed 7 goals and 6 assists this season, led by T. Chawinga (3G). North Carolina Courage W's starters account for 8 goals and 4 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
Kansas City W deploy 2 defenders rated 6.88 on average, against North Carolina Courage W's 2-man backline averaging 7.09. 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
Kansas City W field 8 midfielders averaging 6.79, versus North Carolina Courage W's 6 rated 7.05. 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
Kansas City W start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.15, compared to 2 for North Carolina Courage W averaging 7.35. 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 71% for Kansas City W and 79% 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
Kansas City W's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 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 Kansas City W's starting XI is 26.9 (youngest: A. Sentnor (21), oldest: Debinha (34)), while North Carolina Courage W average 25.3 (youngest: R. Jackson (20), oldest: D. Weatherholt (31)). 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
Kansas City W's starters average 7 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: Vlatko Andonovski
Substitutes
Coach: Nathan Thackeray
Rivalry since 2021
Kansas City W vs North Carolina Courage W Head to Head Results· 15
Kansas City W and North Carolina Courage W have met 15 times — Kansas City W won 7, North Carolina Courage W won 6, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. Kansas City W leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 37 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.47 per match (18 for the home side, 19 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 6 matches (40%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 7 games (47%), 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, Kansas City W have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. 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