Match summary
North Carolina Courage defeated Racing Louisville FC 2-1 in National Women's Soccer League, 2026 season.
Explore the summary, statistics, lineups and key events from this women's football match.
National Women's Soccer League · 2026 ·
Context
- WakeMed Soccer Park — Cary, United States
- Attendance: 8,157 / 10,000 (81.6%)
- Referee: Jaclyn Metz
- Broadcast: NWSL+
Statistical analysis
In a tight contest, north Carolina Courage controlled 63% of the ball against 37%. Both teams posted a comparable xG, around 1.74. Racing Louisville FC recorded more shots (17 to 14), including 5 on target against 5.
Racing Louisville FC created 3 big chances against 2. North Carolina Courage completed more passes (406 to 183), with 82% accuracy against 66%. North Carolina Courage won a larger share of duels (55%).
Racing Louisville FC made 11 interceptions and 53 recoveries. North Carolina Courage made 4 saves to 3.
Tactical approach
North Carolina Courage (4-2-3-1) · Racing Louisville FC (4-1-4-1)
North Carolina Courage — Coach: Mak Lind · Racing Louisville FC — Coach: Bev Yanez
Starting lineups
North Carolina Courage · 4-2-3-1
Kailen Sheridan (Goalkeeper), Dani Weatherholt, Maycee Bell, Natalie Jacobs (Captain), Ryan Williams, Carly Wickenheiser, Riley Jackson, Ashley Sanchez, Shinomi Koyama, Payton Crawford, Hannah Betfort.
Racing Louisville FC · 4-1-4-1
Jordyn Bloomer (Goalkeeper), Lauren Milliet (Captain), Ellie Jean, Courtney Petersen, Quincy McMahon, Taylor Flint, Emma Sears, Katie O'Kane, Kayla Fischer, Ella Hase, Sarah Weber.
Highest-rated player
Ashley Sanchez earned the highest rating of the match (8.9) for North Carolina Courage. This is an automatically computed rating, not an official player-of-the-match award.
