North Carolina Courage won against Houston Dash with a score of 1-0. The match took place on Apr 26, 2026.

What happened?

Ashley Sanchez scored the goal, assisted by Manaka Matsukubo, in the 41st minute. The team's current league standing is 9th in NWSL Women, with 35 points from 26 games, and a recent form of WWDLL.

Key players

Ashley Sanchez and Manaka Matsukubo were key players in the match, with Sanchez scoring the goal and Matsukubo providing the assist.

League position

The win helps North Carolina Courage in their bid to improve their league position, currently 30 points behind leaders Kansas City W. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 9th in NWSL Women | | Points | 35 | | Games played | 26 | | Recent form | WWDLL | | Goals scored | 37 | | Goals conceded | 39 | | Goal difference | -2

What comes next?

North Carolina Courage will look to build on this win as they continue their NWSL Women campaign.