Match Summary
San Diego Wave W defeated Chicago Red Stars W 6:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by D. Cascarino 7′, S. Staab 15′ (o.g.), Dudinha 18′, K. McNabb 44′, Dudinha 57′, B. Franklin 71′, K. Dali 83′. 1 yellow cards were shown. San Diego Wave W had 61% possession while Chicago Red Stars W held 39%. San Diego Wave W had 20 shots (7 on target) compared to 8 (4 on target) for Chicago Red Stars W. San Diego Wave W made 5 substitutions, Chicago Red Stars W made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between San Diego Wave W and Chicago Red Stars W — 7 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
assist: K. Dali
assist: G. Corley
assist: A. Schlegel
assist: A. Leon
Match Statistics
San Diego Wave W had 61% possession against Chicago Red Stars W's 39%. San Diego Wave W registered 20 shots (7 on target) while Chicago Red Stars W managed 8 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–2. Fouls committed: 9–11.
Lineups
San Diego Wave W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Jonas Benjamin Eidevall, while Chicago Red Stars W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Anders Jacobson.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for San Diego Wave W is 6.96, compared to 6.83 for Chicago Red Stars 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. San Diego Wave W's highest-rated starter is K. Dali (7.32), while Chicago Red Stars W's best-rated player is A. Schlegel (7.04).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of San Diego Wave W have contributed 16 goals and 18 assists this season, led by K. Dali (5G). Chicago Red Stars W's starters account for 5 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by A. Schlegel (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
San Diego Wave W deploy 3 defenders rated 6.87 on average, against Chicago Red Stars W's 3-man backline averaging 6.58. 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
San Diego Wave W field 7 midfielders averaging 7.06, versus Chicago Red Stars W's 7 rated 6.87. 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 44% for San Diego Wave W and —% for Chicago Red Stars 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
San Diego Wave W's starters have collected 19 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Chicago Red Stars 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 San Diego Wave W's starting XI is 28.1 (youngest: H. Lundkvist (23), oldest: K. Dali (34)), while Chicago Red Stars W average 27.6 (youngest: M. Hayashi (21), oldest: A. Naeher (37)). 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
San Diego Wave W's starters average 26 league appearances each, versus 22 for Chicago Red Stars 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, San Diego Wave W have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Chicago Red Stars W show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
San Diego Wave W
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Head to Head
San Diego Wave W and Chicago Red Stars W have met 1 times — San Diego Wave W won 1, Chicago Red Stars W won 0, 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 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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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026