Match Summary
San Diego Wave W defeated Houston Dash W 3:2. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by K. Dali 17′, A. Leon 36′, M. Sanchez 51′, B. Olivieri 61′, Y. Ryan 68′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Houston Dash W had 50% possession while San Diego Wave W held 50%. Houston Dash W had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 18 (10 on target) for San Diego Wave W. Houston Dash W made 2 substitutions, San Diego Wave W made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Houston Dash W and San Diego Wave W — 5 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: H. Lundkvist
assist: D. Cascarino
assist: M. Graham
Match Statistics
Houston Dash W had 50% possession against San Diego Wave W's 50%. Houston Dash W registered 11 shots (3 on target) while San Diego Wave W managed 18 (10 on target). Corner kicks: 0–12. Fouls committed: 8–13.
Lineups
Houston Dash W lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under Fabrice Gautrat, while San Diego Wave W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Jonas Benjamin Eidevall.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Houston Dash W is 6.85, 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. Houston Dash W's highest-rated starter is A. Smith (7.19), while San Diego Wave W's best-rated player is K. Dali (7.32).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Houston Dash W have contributed 6 goals and 7 assists this season, led by Y. Ryan (3G). 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
Houston Dash W deploy 3 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
Houston Dash W field 5 midfielders averaging 6.74, 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
Houston Dash W start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.96, 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 50% for Houston Dash 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
Houston Dash W's starters have collected 8 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 Houston Dash W's starting XI is 29.3 (youngest: D. Sheehan (26), oldest: A. Smith (32)), 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
Houston Dash W's starters average 20 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, Houston Dash W have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 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
Houston Dash W and San Diego Wave W have met 1 times — Houston Dash W won 1, San Diego Wave W won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Houston Dash 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 (3 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–3 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026