Match Summary
Kansas City W defeated San Diego Wave W 2:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by Dudinha 8′, Debinha 54′, N. Prince 76′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Kansas City W had 38% possession while San Diego Wave W held 62%. Kansas City W had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for San Diego Wave W. Kansas City W made 5 substitutions, San Diego Wave W made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Kansas City W and San Diego Wave W — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: H. Hopkins
Match Statistics
Kansas City W had 38% possession against San Diego Wave W's 62%. Kansas City W registered 11 shots (3 on target) while San Diego Wave W managed 10 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 14–14.
Lineups
Kansas City W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Vlatko Andonovski, while San Diego Wave W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Jonas Benjamin Eidevall.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Kansas City W is 7.12, compared to 7.00 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. Kansas City W's highest-rated starter is M. Cooper (7.33), while San Diego Wave W's best-rated player is K. Dali (7.32).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Kansas City W have contributed 17 goals and 12 assists this season, led by Debinha (7G). San Diego Wave W's starters account for 14 goals and 18 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
Kansas City W deploy 3 defenders rated 7.09 on average, against San Diego Wave W's 3-man backline averaging 6.95. 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
Kansas City W field 7 midfielders averaging 7.13, versus San Diego Wave W's 7 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
Kansas City W start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 0 for San Diego Wave W averaging —. 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 —% for Kansas City W and 45% 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
Kansas City W's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 16 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 Kansas City W's starting XI is 28.8 (youngest: M. Cooper (23), oldest: Debinha (34)), while San Diego Wave W average 27.7 (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
Kansas City W's starters average 24 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
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Kansas City W have recorded 4 wins, 0 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
Kansas City W and San Diego Wave W have met 1 times — Kansas City W won 1, San Diego Wave W won 0, 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 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (2 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026