Match Summary
San Diego Wave W defeated Utah Royals W 3:2. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by J. Thomsen 9′, Dudinha 29′, K. Del Fava 45′ (o.g.), M. Tanaka 54′, K. Dali 72′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Utah Royals W had 42% possession while San Diego Wave W held 58%. Utah Royals W had 4 shots (4 on target) compared to 6 (4 on target) for San Diego Wave W. Utah Royals W made 4 substitutions, San Diego Wave W made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Dudinha 76′).
Match Events
Key match events between Utah Royals W and San Diego Wave W — 5 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: N. Rabano
assist: D. Cascarino
Own Goal
assist: H. Lundkvist
Match Statistics
Utah Royals W had 42% possession against San Diego Wave W's 58%. Utah Royals W registered 4 shots (4 on target) while San Diego Wave W managed 6 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–10. Fouls committed: 12–9.
Lineups
Utah Royals W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Jimmy Coenraets, while San Diego Wave W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Jonas Benjamin Eidevall.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Utah Royals W is 6.79, 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. Utah Royals W's highest-rated starter is M. Tanaka (7.00), while San Diego Wave W's best-rated player is K. Dali (7.32).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Utah Royals W have contributed 15 goals and 7 assists this season, led by M. Tanaka (6G). San Diego Wave W's starters account for 20 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
Utah Royals W deploy 4 defenders rated 6.71 on average, against San Diego Wave W's 3-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
Utah Royals W field 6 midfielders averaging 6.96, versus San Diego Wave W's 6 rated 7.06. 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 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 41% for Utah Royals 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
Utah Royals W's starters have collected 28 yellow cards this season, compared to 22 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 Utah Royals W's starting XI is 27.9 (youngest: A. Tejada Jimenez (23), oldest: C. Zornoza (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
Utah Royals W's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 26 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, Utah Royals 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
Utah Royals W and San Diego Wave W have met 1 times — Utah Royals 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 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (2 for the home side, 3 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 3–2 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026