NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Houston Dash W defeated Chicago Red Stars W 2:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by J. Joseph 17′, P. K. Nielsen 20′, M. Graham 64′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Chicago Red Stars W had 38% possession while Houston Dash W held 62%. Chicago Red Stars W had 11 shots (6 on target) compared to 15 (4 on target) for Houston Dash W. Chicago Red Stars W made 5 substitutions, Houston Dash W made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Chicago Red Stars W and Houston Dash W — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: B. Franklin
assist: M. Bright
assist: D. Sheehan
Match Statistics
Chicago Red Stars W had 38% possession against Houston Dash W's 62%. Chicago Red Stars W registered 11 shots (6 on target) while Houston Dash W managed 15 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 5–5. Fouls committed: 10–11.
Lineups
Chicago Red Stars W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Anders Jacobson, while Houston Dash W deployed a 3-4-3 under Fabrice Gautrat.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Chicago Red Stars W is 6.48, compared to 6.90 for Houston Dash 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. Chicago Red Stars W's highest-rated starter is A. Naeher (6.74), while Houston Dash W's best-rated player is A. Patterson (7.31).
Defensive Solidity
Chicago Red Stars W deploy 2 defenders rated 6.26 on average, against Houston Dash W's 3-man backline averaging 6.91. 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
Chicago Red Stars W field 7 midfielders averaging 6.63, versus Houston Dash W's 5 rated 7.15. 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
Chicago Red Stars W start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.15, compared to 2 for Houston Dash W averaging 6.54. 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 79% for Chicago Red Stars W and 74% for Houston Dash 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
Chicago Red Stars W's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Houston Dash 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 Chicago Red Stars W's starting XI is 27.6 (youngest: J. Joseph (23), oldest: A. Naeher (37)), while Houston Dash W average 29.3 (youngest: A. Patterson (23), oldest: S. Schmidt (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
Chicago Red Stars W's starters average 7 league appearances each, versus 6 for Houston Dash 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: Anders Jacobson
Substitutes
Coach: Fabrice Gautrat
Rivalry since 2019
Chicago Red Stars W vs Houston Dash W Head to Head Results· 19
Chicago Red Stars W and Houston Dash W have met 19 times — Chicago Red Stars W won 10, Houston Dash W won 7, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. Chicago Red Stars W leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 19 meetings. A combined 42 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.21 per match (24 for the home side, 18 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (37%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (42%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2022.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Chicago Red Stars W have recorded 1 win, 0 draws and 5 defeats. Houston Dash W show 1 win, 1 draw and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026