Match summary
Chicago Stars FC defeated Kansas City Current 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
- Martin Stadium — Evanston, United States
- Attendance: 4,192 / 12,023 (34.9%)
- Referee: Alexandra Billeter
- Broadcast: NWSL+
Statistical analysis
In a tight contest, both teams posted a comparable xG, around 1.19. Kansas City Current recorded more shots (10 to 4), including 2 on target against 2. Chicago Stars FC created 2 big chances against 1.
Chicago Stars FC completed more passes (249 to 241), with 68% accuracy against 67%. Kansas City Current won a larger share of duels (62%). Kansas City Current was more present in the opposition box (20 touches to 15).
Chicago Stars FC made 13 interceptions and 54 recoveries.
Tactical approach
Chicago Stars FC (4-2-3-1) · Kansas City Current (4-3-3)
Chicago Stars FC — Coach: Martin Sjögren · Kansas City Current — Coach: Chris Armas
Starting lineups
Chicago Stars FC · 4-2-3-1
Alyssa Naeher (Goalkeeper to watch), Ryan Gareis, Sam Staab, Bea Franklin, Michelle Alozie, Manaka Hayashi, Maitane López, Julia Grosso, Brianna Pinto, Jordyn Huitema, Tessa Dellarose.
Kansas City Current · 4-3-3
Lorena (Goalkeeper to watch), Izzy Rodriguez, Gabrielle Robinson, Kayla Sharples, Ellie Bravo-Young, Katie Scott, Debinha, Croix Bethune, Michelle Cooper, Ally Sentnor, Lo'eau LaBonta (Captain).
Highest-rated player
Izzy Rodriguez earned the highest rating of the match (7.9) for Kansas City Current. This is an automatically computed rating, not an official player-of-the-match award.
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