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Kansas City W vs North Carolina Courage W

CPKC Stadium, Kansas City31 August 2025 at 00:30

Match Events

Kansas City W
North Carolina Courage W
Kick Off
L. LaBonta

Penalty

41′
A. Sentnor44′
Half Time
46′
D. WeatherholtJ. Shaw
74′
A. SanchezS. Koyama
74′
M. BerkelyC. Vine
75′
B. A. PintoH. Betfort
C. HuttonR. Rodriguez
77′
T. ChawingaM. Long
78′
M. CooperN. Prince
81′
83′
T. LussiP. Linnehan
A. SentnorE. Ball
86′
DebinhaBia Zaneratto
86′
Full Time

Match Statistics

0Shots on Goal1
1Shots off Goal2
3Total Shots4
2Blocked Shots1
1Shots insidebox1
2Shots outsidebox3
1Fouls3
3Corner Kicks1
2Offsides0
57%Ball Possession43%
0Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves0
148Total passes116
115Passes accurate89
78%Passes %77%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Kansas City W is 6.84, compared to 7.11 for North Carolina Courage 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 T. Chawinga (7.35), while North Carolina Courage W's best-rated player is A. Sanchez (7.35).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Kansas City W have contributed 7 goals and 6 assists this season, led by T. Chawinga (3G). North Carolina Courage W's starters account for 8 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by A. Sanchez (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 2 defenders rated 6.88 on average, against North Carolina Courage W's 2-man backline averaging 7.09. 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 8 midfielders averaging 6.79, versus North Carolina Courage W's 6 rated 7.05. 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 7.15, compared to 2 for North Carolina Courage W averaging 7.35. 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 71% for Kansas City W and 79% for North Carolina Courage 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 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for North Carolina Courage 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 26.9 (youngest: A. Sentnor (21), oldest: Debinha (34)), while North Carolina Courage W average 25.3 (youngest: R. Jackson (20), oldest: D. Weatherholt (31)). 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 7 league appearances each, versus 7 for North Carolina Courage 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.

Kansas City W4-2-3-13-4-3North Carolina Courage W
GKDEFMIDFWD
23Lorena5Wheeler4Mace27Sharples18Rodrigu.10LaBonta14Hutton17Cooper21Sentnor6Chawinga99Debinha1Murphy13Williams3Kurtz27Bell7Berkely16Jackson17Weather.14Lussi34Matsuku.8Pinto2Sanchez

Substitutes

Coach: Vlatko Andonovski

Substitutes

Coach: Nathan Thackeray

Kansas City WPosition StrengthNorth Carolina Courage W
6.84
Avg Rating
7.11
6.88Defender (2 v 2)7.09
0G 1A0G 3A
6.79Midfielder (8 v 6)7.05
6G 4A3G 1A
7.15Forward (1 v 2)7.35
1G 1A5G 0A
Kansas City W4-2-3-1
4DefenderH. Mace
18DefenderI. Rodriguez6.91A
23MidfielderLorena6.7
5MidfielderE. Wheeler6.5
27MidfielderK. Sharples6.61A
10MidfielderL. LaBonta6.7
14MidfielderC. Hutton
17MidfielderM. Cooper7.02G1A
21MidfielderA. Sentnor6.71G1A
6MidfielderT. Chawinga7.33G1A
99ForwardDebinha7.21G1A
North Carolina Courage W3-4-3
1GoalkeeperC. Murphy
13DefenderR. Williams7.13A
3DefenderK. Kurtz
27MidfielderM. Bell7.1
7MidfielderM. Berkely
16MidfielderR. Jackson6.9
17MidfielderD. Weatherholt6.91G
14MidfielderT. Lussi
34MidfielderM. Matsukubo7.32G1A
8ForwardB. A. Pinto
2ForwardA. Sanchez7.35G

Match Summary

Kansas City W defeated North Carolina Courage W 2:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by I. Rodriguez 31′, L. LaBonta 41′ (pen.). 2 yellow cards were shown. Kansas City W had 57% possession while North Carolina Courage W held 43%. Kansas City W had 3 shots (0 on target) compared to 4 (1 on target) for North Carolina Courage W. Kansas City W made 5 substitutions, North Carolina Courage W made 5.

Rivalry since 2021

Kansas City W vs North Carolina Courage W Head to Head Results

15 stretnutí
Kansas City W
7
wins
Drawn
2
North Carolina Courage W
6
wins
Total goals
37 · 2.5/match
Both scored
6/15 · 40%
Over 2.5
7/15 · 47%

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026