Match Summary
North Carolina Courage W and San Diego Wave W drew 0:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. 1 yellow cards were shown. North Carolina Courage W had 55% possession while San Diego Wave W held 45%. North Carolina Courage W had 1 shots (1 on target) compared to 4 (1 on target) for San Diego Wave W. North Carolina Courage W made 5 substitutions, San Diego Wave W made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between North Carolina Courage W and San Diego Wave W — 0 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
North Carolina Courage W had 55% possession against San Diego Wave W's 45%. North Carolina Courage W registered 1 shots (1 on target) while San Diego Wave W managed 4 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 1–2. Fouls committed: 4–3.
Lineups
North Carolina Courage W lined up in a 3-1-4-2 formation under Nathan Thackeray, while San Diego Wave W deployed a 4-3-3 under Jonas Benjamin Eidevall.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for North Carolina Courage W is 6.94, compared to 6.93 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. North Carolina Courage W's highest-rated starter is D. O'Sullivan (7.09), while San Diego Wave W's best-rated player is K. Dali (7.32).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of North Carolina Courage W have contributed 7 goals and 8 assists this season, led by R. Jackson (2G). San Diego Wave W's starters account for 19 goals and 20 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
North Carolina Courage W deploy 1 defenders rated 6.84 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
North Carolina Courage W field 8 midfielders averaging 6.97, versus San Diego Wave W's 3 rated 7.11. 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 1 forward(s) averaging 7.04, compared to 3 for San Diego Wave W averaging 6.87. 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 42% for North Carolina Courage 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
North Carolina Courage W's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 20 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 North Carolina Courage W's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: R. Jackson (20), oldest: K. Kurtz (31)), while San Diego Wave W average 29.6 (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
North Carolina Courage W's starters average 23 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, North Carolina Courage 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
North Carolina Courage W and San Diego Wave W have met 1 times — North Carolina Courage W won 0, San Diego Wave W won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. San Diego Wave W leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 7.00 per match (2 for the home side, 5 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 5–2 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026