Match Summary
San Diego Wave W defeated Racing Louisville W 4:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by K. Dali 17′, Ary Borges 45′ (pen.), M. Barcenas 50′, D. Cascarino 60′, D. Cascarino 77′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Racing Louisville W had 36% possession while San Diego Wave W held 64%. Racing Louisville W had 14 shots (2 on target) compared to 11 (6 on target) for San Diego Wave W. Racing Louisville W made 5 substitutions, San Diego Wave W made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Katie O'Kane 45′).
Match Events
Key match events between Racing Louisville W and San Diego Wave W — 5 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: D. Cascarino
assist: P. Morroni
assist: K. Ascanio
Match Statistics
Racing Louisville W had 36% possession against San Diego Wave W's 64%. Racing Louisville W registered 14 shots (2 on target) while San Diego Wave W managed 11 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 3–3. Fouls committed: 18–10.
Lineups
Racing Louisville W lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under Beverly Goebel Yanez, while San Diego Wave W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Jonas Benjamin Eidevall.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Racing Louisville W is 6.76, compared to 6.94 for San Diego Wave 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. Racing Louisville W's highest-rated starter is E. Sears (6.91), while San Diego Wave W's best-rated player is K. Dali (7.32).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Racing Louisville W have contributed 15 goals and 6 assists this season, led by E. Sears (9G). San Diego Wave W's starters account for 20 goals and 22 assists, spearheaded by K. Dali (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
Racing Louisville W deploy 3 defenders rated 6.77 on average, against San Diego Wave W's 3-man backline averaging 6.95. 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
Racing Louisville W field 6 midfielders averaging 6.74, versus San Diego Wave W's 6 rated 6.98. 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
Racing Louisville W start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.86, compared to 1 for San Diego Wave W averaging 6.74. 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 —% for Racing Louisville W and 45% for San Diego Wave 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
Racing Louisville W's starters have collected 17 yellow cards this season, compared to 24 for San Diego Wave 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 Racing Louisville W's starting XI is 27.8 (youngest: E. Sears (24), oldest: A. Wright (33)), while San Diego Wave W average 27.3 (youngest: M. Barcenas (18), oldest: K. Dali (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
Racing Louisville W's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 24 for San Diego Wave 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, Racing Louisville W have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats. San Diego Wave W show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
Racing Louisville W
San Diego Wave W
Head to Head
Racing Louisville W and San Diego Wave W have met 1 times — Racing Louisville W won 1, San Diego Wave W won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Racing Louisville W leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (1 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026