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North Carolina Courage W vs Chicago Red Stars W

WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary17 May 2025 at 22:00

Match Events

North Carolina Courage W
Chicago Red Stars W
Kick Off
Half Time
M. Matsukubo

assist: D. O'Sullivan

51′
A. SanchezS. Koyama
60′
VAR
64′Penalty cancelled
J. ShawC. Vine
68′
68′
A. SchlegelJ. Joseph
68′
C. BiegalskiH. Anderson
M. Matsukubo

assist: S. Koyama

77′
82′
S. GroomA. Cook
82′
M. Lopez MillanM. Hayashi
N. StaudeD. Weatherholt
84′
T. LussiM. Speck
84′
R. JacksonAline Gomes
84′
86′
LudmilaM. Johnson
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal4
2Shots off Goal5
14Total Shots10
4Blocked Shots1
9Shots insidebox5
5Shots outsidebox5
8Fouls8
4Corner Kicks5
3Offsides2
53%Ball Possession47%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves6
432Total passes384
351Passes accurate286
81%Passes %74%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for North Carolina Courage W is 7.13, compared to 6.60 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. North Carolina Courage W's highest-rated starter is A. Sanchez (7.35), while Chicago Red Stars W's best-rated player is M. Lopez Millan (6.76).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of North Carolina Courage W have contributed 7 goals and 4 assists this season, led by A. Sanchez (5G). Chicago Red Stars W's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

North Carolina Courage W deploy 2 defenders rated 7.00 on average, against Chicago Red Stars W's 2-man backline averaging —. 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

North Carolina Courage W field 6 midfielders averaging 7.10, versus Chicago Red Stars W's 8 rated 6.57. 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

North Carolina Courage W start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.35, compared to 0 for Chicago Red Stars 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 80% for North Carolina Courage W and 78% 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

North Carolina Courage W's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 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 North Carolina Courage W's starting XI is 24.2 (youngest: R. Jackson (20), oldest: R. Williams (29)), while Chicago Red Stars W average 29.0 (youngest: B. Franklin (25), 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

North Carolina Courage W's starters average 7 league appearances each, versus 7 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.

North Carolina Courage W3-4-34-2-3-1Chicago Red Stars W
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Murphy27Bell3Kurtz12Staude13Williams10O'Sulli.16Jackson14Lussi2Sanchez34Matsuku.19Shaw1Naeher30Biegals.4Roccaro3Staab32Malham20Franklin77Millan21Grosso34Schlegel10Groom14Ludmila

Substitutes

Coach: Nathan Thackeray

Substitutes

Coach: Anders Jacobson

North Carolina Courage WPosition StrengthChicago Red Stars W
7.13
Avg Rating
6.60
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.74
0G 0A0G 0A
7.00Defender (2 v 2)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.10Midfielder (6 v 8)6.57
2G 4A0G 0A
7.35Forward (2 v 0)
5G 0A
North Carolina Courage W3-4-3
1GoalkeeperC. Murphy
3DefenderK. Kurtz
12DefenderN. Staude7.0
27MidfielderM. Bell7.1
13MidfielderR. Williams7.13A
10MidfielderD. O'Sullivan
16MidfielderR. Jackson6.9
14MidfielderT. Lussi
34MidfielderM. Matsukubo7.32G1A
2ForwardA. Sanchez7.35G
19ForwardJ. Shaw
Chicago Red Stars W4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperA. Naeher6.7
4DefenderC. Roccaro
32DefenderT. Malham
30MidfielderC. Biegalski
3MidfielderS. Staab6.7
20MidfielderB. Franklin6.3
77MidfielderM. Lopez Millan6.8
21MidfielderJ. Grosso6.6
34MidfielderA. Schlegel
10MidfielderS. Groom
14MidfielderLudmila

Match Summary

North Carolina Courage W defeated Chicago Red Stars W 2:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by M. Matsukubo 51′, M. Matsukubo 77′. 3 yellow cards were shown. North Carolina Courage W had 53% possession while Chicago Red Stars W held 47%. North Carolina Courage W had 14 shots (8 on target) compared to 10 (4 on target) for Chicago Red Stars W. North Carolina Courage W made 5 substitutions, Chicago Red Stars W made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Ludmila 64′).

Rivalry since 2019

North Carolina Courage W vs Chicago Red Stars W Head to Head Results

15 stretnutí
North Carolina Courage W
8
wins
Drawn
4
Chicago Red Stars W
3
wins
Total goals
49 · 3.3/match
Both scored
8/15 · 53%
Over 2.5
10/15 · 67%

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