Match Summary
Kansas City W defeated Utah Royals W 1:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by T. Chawinga 82′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Utah Royals W had 56% possession while Kansas City W held 44%. Utah Royals W had 14 shots (6 on target) compared to 12 (3 on target) for Kansas City W. Utah Royals W made 5 substitutions, Kansas City W made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Utah Royals W and Kansas City W — 1 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Sharples
Match Statistics
Utah Royals W had 56% possession against Kansas City W's 44%. Utah Royals W registered 14 shots (6 on target) while Kansas City W managed 12 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–8. Fouls committed: 14–9.
Lineups
Utah Royals W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Jimmy Coenraets, while Kansas City W deployed a 4-3-1-2 under Vlatko Andonovski.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Utah Royals W is 6.86, compared to 6.99 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. Utah Royals W's highest-rated starter is M. Tanaka (7.00), while Kansas City W's best-rated player is M. Cooper (7.33).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Utah Royals W have contributed 12 goals and 7 assists this season, led by M. Tanaka (6G). Kansas City W's starters account for 14 goals and 10 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
Utah Royals W deploy 4 defenders rated 6.82 on average, against Kansas City W's 2-man backline averaging 7.00. 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
Utah Royals W field 6 midfielders averaging 6.96, versus Kansas City W's 7 rated 6.81. 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
Utah Royals W start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.61, compared to 2 for Kansas City W averaging 7.33. 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 41% for Utah Royals W and —% 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
Utah Royals W's starters have collected 22 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 Utah Royals W's starting XI is 29.2 (youngest: N. Rabano (26), oldest: C. Zornoza (35)), while Kansas City W average 29.0 (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
Utah Royals W's starters average 22 league appearances each, versus 22 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, Utah Royals W have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Kansas City W show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Utah Royals W and Kansas City W have met 1 times — Utah Royals 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 (0 for the home side, 3 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 3–0 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026