NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Kansas City W defeated Houston Dash W 2:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by L. LaBonta 21′ (pen.), K. Sharples 62′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Kansas City W had 50% possession while Houston Dash W held 50%. Kansas City W had 14 shots (5 on target) compared to 5 (2 on target) for Houston Dash W. Kansas City W made 5 substitutions, Houston Dash W made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Kansas City W and Houston Dash W — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: I. Rodriguez
Match Statistics
Kansas City W had 50% possession against Houston Dash W's 50%. Kansas City W registered 14 shots (5 on target) while Houston Dash W managed 5 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 9–1. Fouls committed: 9–9.
Lineups
Kansas City W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Vlatko Andonovski, while Houston Dash W deployed a 3-4-2-1 under Fabrice Gautrat.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Kansas City W is 6.82, compared to 6.83 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. Kansas City W's highest-rated starter is T. Chawinga (7.35), while Houston Dash W's best-rated player is J. Campbell (7.10).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Kansas City W have contributed 4 goals and 4 assists this season, led by T. Chawinga (3G). Houston Dash W's starters account for 2 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by M. Graham (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
Kansas City W deploy 2 defenders rated 6.77 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
Kansas City W field 8 midfielders averaging 6.83, versus Houston Dash W's 5 rated 6.94. 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 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 71% for Kansas City W and 73% 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
Kansas City W's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 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 Kansas City W's starting XI is 28.5 (youngest: E. Wheeler (23), oldest: Debinha (34)), while Houston Dash W average 28.3 (youngest: M. Graham (23), oldest: P. K. Nielsen (32)). 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 5 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: Vlatko Andonovski
Substitutes
Coach: Fabrice Gautrat
Rivalry since 2021
Kansas City W vs Houston Dash W Head to Head Results· 18
Kansas City W and Houston Dash W have met 18 times — Kansas City W won 10, Houston Dash W won 5, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. Kansas City W leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 18 meetings. A combined 48 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.67 per match (30 for the home side, 18 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 10 games (56%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2024.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Kansas City W have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 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