Enemy Scouting Report - San Diego Wave
(image via San Diego Wave FC)
The Houston Dash are looking to bounce back after a crushing 1–0 loss to Orlando Pride in the final seconds of stoppage time last weekend. Now, they return home for Pride Night at Shell Energy Stadium to take on a strong San Diego Wave team.
San Diego has impressed in 2025 under new head coach Jonas Eidevall, playing a possession-heavy, attack-minded style. They control games through midfield and build patiently from the back, with goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan playing a key role in distribution.
The Dash will need to watch out for three dangerous attackers. Kimmi Ascanio has 4 goals this season and is a constant threat with her speed and energy. Adriana Leon brings veteran experience and has contributed 3 goals and an assist so far. Delphine Cascarino leads the team with 7 goal contributions and is one of the league’s top chance creators.
It’s a big test for Houston, who will need a strong response to keep their home fans energized and defend their home turf.
San Diego Wave Current Record: 6W-2D-3L
Results in the last 30 days:
May 10 - San Diego Wave 1-1 Portland Thorns
May 16 - NJ/NY Gotham FC 0-1 San Diego Wave
May 25 - San Diego Wave 5-2 North Carolina Courage
June 6 - San Diego Wave 1-2 Seattle Reign
Last Match Staring XI (from fotmob.com)
2025 Roster
Goalkeepers: Kailen Sheridan, Hillary Beall, DiDi Haračić
Defenders: Trinity Armstrong, Hanna Lundkvist, Kennedy Wesley, Kristen McNabb, Nya Harrison, Daniela Arias, Quincy McMahon, Perle Morroni
Midfielders: Kenza Dali, Gia Corley, Kimmi Ascanio, Savannah McCaskill, Jordan Fusco
Forwards: Trinity Byars, María Sánchez, Chiamaka Okwuchukwu, Adriana Leon, Makenzy Robbe, Kyra Carusa, Delphine Cascarino, Melanie Barcenas
Can the Houston Dash rise to the occasion and pull off a statement win or will San Diego Wave’s attacking firepower prove too much to handle?
