NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Angel City W defeated Orlando Pride W 1:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by A. Thompson 86′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Angel City W had 58% possession while Orlando Pride W held 42%. Angel City W had 23 shots (7 on target) compared to 8 (2 on target) for Orlando Pride W. Angel City W made 3 substitutions, Orlando Pride W made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Angel City W and Orlando Pride W — 1 goal and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Angel City W had 58% possession against Orlando Pride W's 42%. Angel City W registered 23 shots (7 on target) while Orlando Pride W managed 8 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 10–5. Fouls committed: 12–11.
Lineups
Angel City W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Alexander Straus, while Orlando Pride W deployed a 4-4-2 under Sebastian Tony Hines.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Angel City W is 6.89, compared to 6.87 for Orlando Pride 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. Angel City W's highest-rated starter is S. Jonsdottir (7.59), while Orlando Pride W's best-rated player is Marta (7.27).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Angel City W have contributed 6 goals and 6 assists this season, led by S. Jonsdottir (3G). Orlando Pride W's starters account for 9 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by Marta (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Angel City W deploy 3 defenders rated 6.68 on average, against Orlando Pride W's 3-man backline averaging 6.88. 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
Angel City W field 8 midfielders averaging 6.95, versus Orlando Pride W's 5 rated 6.67. 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
Angel City W start 0 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Orlando Pride W averaging 7.01. 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 70% for Angel City W and 52% for Orlando Pride 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
Angel City W's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Orlando Pride 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 Angel City W's starting XI is 23.6 (youngest: K. Fuller (18), oldest: S. Gorden (33)), while Orlando Pride W average 28.8 (youngest: A. Lemos (21), oldest: Marta (39)). 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
Angel City W's starters average 7 league appearances each, versus 22 for Orlando Pride 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
Coach: Alexander Straus
Substitutes
Coach: Sebastian Tony Hines
Rivalry since 2022
Angel City W vs Orlando Pride W Head to Head Results· 8
Angel City W and Orlando Pride W have met 8 times — Angel City W won 1, Orlando Pride W won 5, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2022. Orlando Pride W leads the head-to-head with 5 victories from 8 meetings. A combined 22 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.75 per match (8 for the home side, 14 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 5 matches (63%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 games (63%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Orlando Pride W are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Angel City W have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Orlando Pride W show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026