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North Carolina Courage W vs Angel City W

WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary13 September 2025 at 17:30

Match Events

North Carolina Courage W
Angel City W
Kick Off
M. Matsukubo

assist: P. Linnehan

6′
Half Time
46′
M. VignolaM. Moriya
46′
M. HodgeN. Martin
46′
M. HammondMaiara Niehues
B. A. PintoC. Vine
65′
P. LinnehanAline Gomes
65′
67′
G. ThompsonJ. Endo
79′
K. FullerC. Press
T. LussiM. Speck
82′
88′
S. Jonsdottir

assist: M. Moriya

M. MatsukuboH. MacNab
90+2′
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal3
3Shots off Goal2
10Total Shots7
0Blocked Shots2
9Shots insidebox4
1Shots outsidebox3
14Fouls17
2Corner Kicks3
1Offsides0
52%Ball Possession48%
2Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves5
407Total passes364
328Passes accurate279
81%Passes %77%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for North Carolina Courage W is 6.95, compared to 6.90 for Angel City 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 M. Matsukubo (7.32), while Angel City W's best-rated player is S. Jonsdottir (7.59).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of North Carolina Courage W have contributed 3 goals and 6 assists this season, led by M. Matsukubo (2G). Angel City W's starters account for 8 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by S. Jonsdottir (3G). 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 3 defenders rated 6.98 on average, against Angel City W's 3-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

North Carolina Courage W field 7 midfielders averaging 6.93, versus Angel City W's 7 rated 7.03. 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 0 for Angel City 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 79% for North Carolina Courage W and 73% for Angel City 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 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Angel City 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 24.3 (youngest: R. Jackson (20), oldest: D. Weatherholt (31)), while Angel City W average 23.0 (youngest: K. Fuller (18), oldest: S. Gorden (33)). 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 6 league appearances each, versus 7 for Angel City 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 W4-2-3-14-2-3-1Angel City W
GKDEFMIDFWD
44Bova13Williams27Bell3Kurtz17Weather.16Jackson20Koyama15Linnehan34Matsuku.14Lussi8Pinto19Anderson20Thompson11Gorden30Doorsou.15Shores8Hodge99Hammond32Jonsdot.17Fuller16Vignola33Tiernan

Substitutes

Coach: Nathan Thackeray

Substitutes

Coach: Alexander Straus

North Carolina Courage WPosition StrengthAngel City W
6.95
Avg Rating
6.90
Goalkeeper (0 v 1)6.60
0G 0A
6.98Defender (3 v 3)6.79
1G 3A1G 2A
6.93Midfielder (7 v 7)7.03
2G 3A7G 4A
North Carolina Courage W4-2-3-1
13DefenderR. Williams7.13A
3DefenderK. Kurtz
17DefenderD. Weatherholt6.91G
44MidfielderM. Bova
27MidfielderM. Bell7.1
16MidfielderR. Jackson6.9
20MidfielderS. Koyama6.81A
15MidfielderP. Linnehan6.51A
34MidfielderM. Matsukubo7.32G1A
14MidfielderT. Lussi
8ForwardB. A. Pinto
Angel City W4-2-3-1
19GoalkeeperA. Anderson6.6
11DefenderS. Gorden6.71A
30DefenderS. Doorsoun-Khajeh
15DefenderE. Shores6.91G1A
20MidfielderG. Thompson7.22G
8MidfielderM. Hodge
99MidfielderM. Hammond
32MidfielderS. Jonsdottir7.63G2A
17MidfielderK. Fuller6.91G2A
16MidfielderM. Vignola
33MidfielderR. Tiernan6.41G

Match Summary

North Carolina Courage W defeated Angel City W 2:1. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by M. Matsukubo 6′, B. A. Pinto 19′, S. Jonsdottir 88′. 2 yellow cards were shown. North Carolina Courage W had 52% possession while Angel City W held 48%. North Carolina Courage W had 10 shots (7 on target) compared to 7 (3 on target) for Angel City W. North Carolina Courage W made 4 substitutions, Angel City W made 5.

Rivalry since 2022

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

7 stretnutí
North Carolina Courage W
2
wins
Drawn
2
Angel City W
3
wins
Total goals
15 · 2.1/match
Both scored
5/7 · 71%
Over 2.5
4/7 · 57%

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