Matchday: Friday, June 14, 2025
Kickoff Time: 8:00 PM CT / 6:00 PM PT
Venue: Shell Energy Stadium, Houston, TX
Broadcast: Paramount+, NWSL+
Overview: Houston Dash vs. San Diego Wave – Western Conference Clash
The Houston Dash (3-6-2, 11 points) host the San Diego Wave FC (6-3-2, 20 points) in a pivotal NWSL regular-season showdown at Shell Energy Stadium. While San Diego looks to rebound from a narrow loss and stay within striking distance of the top of the table, Houston aims to snap a two-game winless streak and climb out of the bottom tier of the standings.
Houston Dash: Searching for Consistency at Home
The Dash enter this matchup following a heartbreaking 1-0 stoppage-time loss to the Orlando Pride on June 7. Despite a solid defensive effort, Houston conceded in the 99th minute, marking their third loss in five matches (1-3-1). Offensively, the team has struggled to find rhythm, averaging just 0.91 goals per game this season.
Key Players to Watch:
Maggie Graham – Leads the Dash with 3 goals, including the game-winner against Seattle on May 11
Ryan Gareis – Team leader in assists (3); a creative spark on the wing
Jane Campbell – Veteran goalkeeper with multiple standout performances despite a leaky backline
Team Stats:
Goals Scored: 10
Goals Conceded: 17
Home Record: 2-2-2
San Diego Wave: Looking to Bounce Back
San Diego saw their six-game unbeaten streak snapped in a 2-1 loss to Seattle Reign on June 6. Despite a brilliant equalizer from Delphine Cascarino, the Wave conceded late and dropped valuable points. Still, they remain second in the standings and boast one of the league’s most balanced attacks.
Key Players to Watch:
Delphine Cascarino – 3 goals, league-leading 4 assists; scored in the last match and leads the team in goal contributions
Adriana Leon – 3 goals; a consistent threat in the final third
Kimmi Ascanio – 3 goals; part of San Diego’s dynamic attacking trio
Team Stats:
Goals Scored: 22 (2.0 per match)
Goals Conceded: 14
Away Record: 3-1-1
Head-to-Head: Dash vs. Wave
All-Time Record: San Diego leads 4-1-1
Last Meeting: Houston 2-0 San Diego (Oct. 13, 2024) – First-ever Dash win over the Wave
At Shell Energy Stadium: San Diego is 2-1-0
Tactical Breakdown & Prediction
Houston will likely adopt a compact, counter-attacking approach, relying on Graham’s movement and Campbell’s shot-stopping to keep them in the game. San Diego, meanwhile, will look to dominate possession and exploit Houston’s defensive gaps with Cascarino’s creativity and Leon’s finishing.
MATCH ODDS
Houston Dash + 240 Draw + 225 San Diego Wave + 115
Over 2.5 + 120 Under 2.5 – 170
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, June 12, 2025
