Match Summary
San Diego Wave W defeated NJ/NY Gotham FC W 1:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by K. Ascanio 30′. 3 yellow cards were shown. NJ/NY Gotham FC W had 38% possession while San Diego Wave W held 62%. NJ/NY Gotham FC W had 10 shots (2 on target) compared to 6 (2 on target) for San Diego Wave W. NJ/NY Gotham FC W made 5 substitutions, San Diego Wave W made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between NJ/NY Gotham FC W and San Diego Wave W — 1 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: P. Morroni
Match Statistics
NJ/NY Gotham FC W had 38% possession against San Diego Wave W's 62%. NJ/NY Gotham FC W registered 10 shots (2 on target) while San Diego Wave W managed 6 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 2–4. Fouls committed: 11–8.
Lineups
NJ/NY Gotham FC W lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under Juan Carlos Amorós López, while San Diego Wave W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Jonas Benjamin Eidevall.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for NJ/NY Gotham FC W is 6.96, compared to 6.92 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. NJ/NY Gotham FC W's highest-rated starter is J. M. Howell (7.35), while San Diego Wave W's best-rated player is K. Dali (7.32).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of NJ/NY Gotham FC W have contributed 18 goals and 7 assists this season, led by E. Gonzalez Rodriguez (13G). San Diego Wave W's starters account for 21 goals and 21 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
NJ/NY Gotham FC W deploy 4 defenders rated 6.81 on average, against San Diego Wave W's 4-man backline averaging 6.87. 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
NJ/NY Gotham FC W field 5 midfielders averaging 7.06, versus San Diego Wave W's 5 rated 7.02. 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
NJ/NY Gotham FC W start 1 forward(s) averaging —, 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 49% for NJ/NY Gotham FC W and 44% 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
NJ/NY Gotham FC W's starters have collected 22 yellow cards this season, compared to 26 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 NJ/NY Gotham FC W's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: L. Reale (22), oldest: A. Berger (35)), while San Diego Wave W average 28.8 (youngest: H. Lundkvist (23), 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
NJ/NY Gotham FC W's starters average 24 league appearances each, versus 25 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, NJ/NY Gotham FC W have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. San Diego Wave W show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
NJ/NY Gotham FC W and San Diego Wave W have met 1 times — NJ/NY Gotham FC W won 1, San Diego Wave W won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. NJ/NY Gotham FC W leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (2 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 0–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026