Match Summary
Kansas City W defeated San Diego Wave W 2:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by Debinha 16′, L. LaBonta 25′ (pen.). 2 yellow cards were shown. San Diego Wave W had 63% possession while Kansas City W held 37%. San Diego Wave W had 9 shots (4 on target) compared to 8 (4 on target) for Kansas City W. San Diego Wave W made 5 substitutions, Kansas City W made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Claire Hutton 23′).
Match Events
Key match events between San Diego Wave W and Kansas City W — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: I. Rodriguez
Penalty
Match Statistics
San Diego Wave W had 63% possession against Kansas City W's 37%. San Diego Wave W registered 9 shots (4 on target) while Kansas City W managed 8 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–1. Fouls committed: 8–12.
Lineups
San Diego Wave W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Jonas Benjamin Eidevall, while Kansas City W deployed a 4-3-3 under Vlatko Andonovski.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for San Diego Wave W is 6.98, compared to 7.02 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. San Diego Wave W's highest-rated starter is K. Dali (7.32), while Kansas City W's best-rated player is M. Cooper (7.33).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of San Diego Wave W have contributed 17 goals and 15 assists this season, led by D. Cascarino (5G). Kansas City W's starters account for 18 goals and 13 assists, spearheaded by Debinha (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
San Diego Wave W deploy 3 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against Kansas City W's 2-man backline averaging 6.97. 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
San Diego Wave W field 6 midfielders averaging 7.09, versus Kansas City W's 7 rated 7.20. 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
San Diego Wave W start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Kansas City W averaging 6.89. 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 45% for San Diego Wave W and 40% 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
San Diego Wave W's starters have collected 16 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 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 San Diego Wave W's starting XI is 29.9 (youngest: P. Morroni (28), oldest: K. Dali (34)), while Kansas City W average 28.8 (youngest: M. Cooper (23), oldest: Debinha (34)). 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
San Diego Wave W's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 21 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, San Diego Wave W have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Kansas City W show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
San Diego Wave W and Kansas City W have met 1 times — San Diego Wave W won 0, Kansas City W won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Kansas City W leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (1 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026