NWSL Women· Season 2025
Match Summary
Houston Dash W defeated Kansas City W 1:0. The match was played in NWSL Women 2025. Goals were scored by R. Gareis 69′. Houston Dash W had 41% possession while Kansas City W held 59%. Houston Dash W had 6 shots (3 on target) compared to 20 (6 on target) for Kansas City W. Houston Dash W made 6 substitutions, Kansas City W made 6.
Match Events
Key match events between Houston Dash W and Kansas City W — 1 goal and 0 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Houston Dash W had 41% possession against Kansas City W's 59%. Houston Dash W registered 6 shots (3 on target) while Kansas City W managed 20 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 4–8. Fouls committed: 6–8.
Lineups
Houston Dash W lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Fabrice Gautrat, while Kansas City W deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Vlatko Andonovski.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Houston Dash W is 6.85, compared to 6.82 for Kansas 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. Houston Dash W's highest-rated starter is K. van Zanten (7.33), while Kansas City W's best-rated player is T. Chawinga (7.35).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Houston Dash W have contributed 5 goals and 1 assists this season, led by K. van Zanten (4G). Kansas City W's starters account for 6 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by T. Chawinga (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
Houston Dash W deploy 3 defenders rated 6.95 on average, against Kansas City W's 3-man backline averaging 6.57. 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
Houston Dash W field 6 midfielders averaging 6.85, versus Kansas City W's 7 rated 6.90. 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
Houston Dash W start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.37, compared to 1 for Kansas 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 73% for Houston Dash W and 71% for Kansas 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
Houston Dash W's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Kansas 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 Houston Dash W's starting XI is 27.8 (youngest: A. Patterson (23), oldest: S. Puntigam (33)), while Kansas City W average 27.8 (youngest: M. Cooper (23), oldest: Debinha (34)). 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
Houston Dash W's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 7 for Kansas 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.
Substitutes
Coach: Fabrice Gautrat
Substitutes
Coach: Vlatko Andonovski
Rivalry since 2021
Houston Dash W vs Kansas City W Head to Head Results· 18
Houston Dash W and Kansas City W have met 18 times — Houston Dash W won 4, Kansas City W won 11, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. Kansas City W leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 18 meetings. A combined 49 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.72 per match (17 for the home side, 32 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. Kansas City W are currently unbeaten in the last 7 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2024.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Houston Dash W have recorded 1 win, 1 draw and 4 defeats. Kansas City W show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026