NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Orlando Pride W defeated San Diego Wave W 2:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by L. Ovalle 8′, Dudinha 10′, C. Pickett 54′. San Diego Wave W had 50% possession while Orlando Pride W held 50%. San Diego Wave W had 15 shots (6 on target) compared to 9 (2 on target) for Orlando Pride W. San Diego Wave W made 5 substitutions, Orlando Pride W made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between San Diego Wave W and Orlando Pride W — 3 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
San Diego Wave W had 50% possession against Orlando Pride W's 50%. San Diego Wave W registered 15 shots (6 on target) while Orlando Pride W managed 9 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 6–7. Fouls committed: 11–7.
Lineups
San Diego Wave W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Jonas Benjamin Eidevall, while Orlando Pride W deployed a 4-1-4-1 under Sebastian Tony Hines.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for San Diego Wave W is 6.91, compared to 6.83 for Orlando Pride 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 Dudinha (7.50), while Orlando Pride W's best-rated player is L. Ovalle (6.98).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of San Diego Wave W have contributed 7 goals and 8 assists this season, led by Dudinha (5G). Orlando Pride W's starters account for 5 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by A. Watt (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 6.79 on average, against Orlando Pride W's 2-man backline averaging 6.79. 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 6 midfielders averaging 6.98, versus Orlando Pride W's 7 rated 6.81. 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
San Diego Wave W start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Orlando Pride W averaging 6.81. 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 84% for San Diego Wave W and —% for Orlando Pride 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 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Orlando Pride 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 25.9 (youngest: K. Ascanio (17), oldest: K. Dali (34)), while Orlando Pride W average 26.1 (youngest: A. Lemos (21), oldest: A. Moorhouse (30)). 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 12 league appearances each, versus 21 for Orlando Pride 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
Coach: Jonas Benjamin Eidevall
Substitutes
Coach: Sebastian Tony Hines
Rivalry since 2022
San Diego Wave W vs Orlando Pride W Head to Head Results· 8
San Diego Wave W and Orlando Pride W have met 8 times — San Diego Wave W won 1, Orlando Pride W won 5, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2022. Orlando Pride W leads the head-to-head with 5 victories from 8 meetings. A combined 19 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.38 per match (7 for the home side, 12 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 5 matches (63%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Orlando Pride W are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2023.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, San Diego Wave W have recorded 4 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat. Orlando Pride W show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026