NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
North Carolina Courage W defeated NJ/NY Gotham FC W 3:2. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by M. Speck 14′, M. Matsukubo 16′, J. Carter 52′ (o.g.), R. Lavelle 87′ (pen.), Gabi Portilho 90′. North Carolina Courage W had 50% possession while NJ/NY Gotham FC W held 50%. North Carolina Courage W had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for NJ/NY Gotham FC W. North Carolina Courage W made 4 substitutions, NJ/NY Gotham FC W made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between North Carolina Courage W and NJ/NY Gotham FC W — 5 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
assist: P. Linnehan
Own Goal
Penalty
assist: K. Stengel
Match Statistics
North Carolina Courage W had 50% possession against NJ/NY Gotham FC W's 50%. North Carolina Courage W registered 11 shots (5 on target) while NJ/NY Gotham FC W managed 14 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 2–3. Fouls committed: 10–6.
Lineups
North Carolina Courage W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Nathan Thackeray, while NJ/NY Gotham FC W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Juan Carlos Amorós López.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for North Carolina Courage W is 7.03, compared to 7.05 for NJ/NY Gotham FC 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 N. Jacobs (7.45), while NJ/NY Gotham FC W's best-rated player is A. Berger (7.40).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of North Carolina Courage W have contributed 2 goals and 6 assists this season, led by M. Matsukubo (2G). NJ/NY Gotham FC W's starters account for 6 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by J. Shaw (4G). 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 3 defenders rated 7.27 on average, against NJ/NY Gotham FC W's 4-man backline averaging 6.93. 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 7 midfielders averaging 6.93, versus NJ/NY Gotham FC W's 5 rated 7.15. 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 0 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for NJ/NY Gotham FC W averaging 6.63. 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 80% for NJ/NY Gotham FC 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 7 for NJ/NY Gotham FC 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 23.9 (youngest: R. Jackson (20), oldest: R. Williams (29)), while NJ/NY Gotham FC W average 28.7 (youngest: J. Shaw (21), oldest: A. Berger (35)). 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 9 for NJ/NY Gotham FC 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: Juan Carlos Amorós López
Rivalry since 2019
North Carolina Courage W vs NJ/NY Gotham FC W Head to Head Results· 21
North Carolina Courage W and NJ/NY Gotham FC W have met 21 times — North Carolina Courage W won 8, NJ/NY Gotham FC W won 8, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. A combined 52 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.48 per match (25 for the home side, 27 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (38%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (38%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. NJ/NY Gotham FC W are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2021.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, North Carolina Courage W have recorded 1 win, 2 draws and 3 defeats. NJ/NY Gotham FC W show 5 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026