Chicago Red Stars W vs Washington Spirit W Stats and Head-to-Head Record

Chicago Red Stars W host Washington Spirit W at Martin Stadium on 20 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 21:00 UTC in the NWSL Women Group Stage. It is a clash between a side battling at the bottom of the table and a team pushing at the top, giving this fixture clear implications at both ends of the standings. For anyone studying Chicago Red Stars W vs Washington Spirit W stats, the contrast in league positions and goal difference is striking.

Chicago Red Stars W come into this match ranked 16th in the NWSL Women table on 17 points from 24 games, with a goal difference of -40 and a season record of 5 wins, 2 draws and 17 defeats. Washington Spirit W, by contrast, sit 2nd with 43 points, 13 wins, 4 draws and 7 losses, and a positive goal difference of +10. With Washington Spirit W chasing play-off positioning and Chicago Red Stars W fighting to avoid further trouble, the stakes are high in this Group Stage encounter.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive but clearly tilted head-to-head in favour of Washington Spirit W over the most recent meetings.

• Previous meetings: 5
• Chicago Red Stars W wins: 1
• Draws: 1
• Washington Spirit W wins: 3

Chicago Red Stars W vs Washington Spirit W Timeline & Historical Context

Looking at the Chicago Red Stars W vs Washington Spirit W timeline, the most recent sequence of fixtures spans league and cup competitions and underlines how momentum has swung towards Washington Spirit W. Across NWSL Women and the NWSL - Liga MXF Summer Cup, the sides have met regularly, with Washington Spirit W increasingly asserting control in league play while Chicago Red Stars W have found isolated success in cup action.

On 2 May 2024 in NWSL Women Regular Season - 6 at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois, Chicago Red Stars W hosted Washington Spirit W and fell 2-4 after trailing 0-2 at half-time. That result foreshadowed a pattern of Washington Spirit W’s attacking edge. On 31 July 2024 in the NWSL - Liga MXF Summer Cup Group Stage - 3 at City Stadium in Richmond, Virginia, Washington Spirit W were at home but Chicago Red Stars W responded with a 3-2 away win, turning a 0-1 half-time deficit into a high-scoring cup success. This remains Chicago’s only win in the listed head-to-heads.

In league play, Washington Spirit W have generally had the upper hand. On 20 October 2024 in NWSL Women Regular Season - 19 at Audi Field in Washington, District of Columbia, Washington Spirit W beat Chicago Red Stars W 2-0, leading 1-0 at half-time. On 10 May 2025 in Regular Season - 8 at SeatGeek Stadium, Washington Spirit W again edged Chicago Red Stars W 3-2, having led 2-1 at the break in another open contest. The most recent meeting on 31 August 2025 at Audi Field in Regular Season - 18 ended 1-1, with Washington Spirit W at home and a goalless first half preceding a shared outcome. Overall, the Chicago Red Stars W vs Washington Spirit W timeline highlights Washington’s consistent league superiority, tempered by Chicago’s ability to spring a surprise in cup play.

Chicago Red Stars W vs Washington Spirit W Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall statistical picture from these five matches underlines Washington Spirit W’s edge, particularly in league fixtures, while also confirming that goals are a recurring feature when these sides meet.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Chicago Red Stars W 9 - 12 Washington Spirit W
• Average Goals per Match: Chicago Red Stars W 1.80 vs Washington Spirit W 2.40

Venue Split Performance:

• At Chicago Red Stars W's stadium: 2 matches played here — Chicago Red Stars W won 0 (as home side), Washington Spirit W won 2 (as away side), 0 draws
• At Washington Spirit W's stadium: 3 matches played here — Washington Spirit W won 1 (as home side), Chicago Red Stars W won 1 (as away side), 1 draw

Chicago Red Stars W vs Washington Spirit W Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Chicago Red Stars W vs Washington Spirit W last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 31 August 2025: Washington Spirit W 1-1 Chicago Red Stars W (Half-time: 0-0) – NWSL Women Regular Season - 18
• 10 May 2025: Chicago Red Stars W 2-3 Washington Spirit W (Half-time: 1-2) – NWSL Women Regular Season - 8
• 20 October 2024: Washington Spirit W 2-0 Chicago Red Stars W (Half-time: 1-0) – NWSL Women Regular Season - 19
• 31 July 2024: Washington Spirit W 2-3 Chicago Red Stars W (Half-time: 0-1) – NWSL - Liga MXF Summer Cup Group Stage - 3
• 2 May 2024: Chicago Red Stars W 2-4 Washington Spirit W (Half-time: 0-2) – NWSL Women Regular Season - 6

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Chicago Red Stars W Matches Results and Stats

For Chicago Red Stars W, the season-to-date picture in NWSL Women 2026 points to ongoing struggles at both ends of the pitch. Over 24 matches they have won 5, drawn 2 and lost 17, scoring just 14 goals and conceding 54. At home they have been slightly more competitive, with 4 wins from 11, but an average of 0.9 goals scored and 2.0 conceded per home game highlights their difficulties in turning possession into chances while keeping opponents out. Overall, they fail to score in two-thirds of their fixtures and concede heavily, especially after half-time.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 5, Draw 2, Lose 17 (season to date)

Last 5 Washington Spirit W Matches Results and Stats

Washington Spirit W’s season-to-date form is that of a genuine contender. Across 24 league games they have 13 wins, 4 draws and 7 defeats, with 33 goals scored and 23 conceded. Away from home they are particularly strong: 7 wins, 3 draws and just 2 losses in 12 away fixtures, averaging 1.5 goals scored and 0.8 conceded per away match. They have kept 9 clean sheets overall and failed to score only 6 times, underlining a balanced, effective side that travels well and maintains defensive stability.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 13, Draw 4, Lose 7 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across the available head-to-head record, Washington Spirit W hold a clear advantage with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat, and a 12-9 aggregate goal edge. They have been particularly effective at SeatGeek Stadium, winning both league visits to Chicago Red Stars W, while the Washington-based fixtures have produced a more mixed picture, including Chicago’s notable 3-2 away win in the NWSL - Liga MXF Summer Cup. When set against the 2026 league context—Chicago Red Stars W bottom on 17 points with a -40 goal difference and Washington Spirit W second on 43 points—the trends strongly favour the visitors. Historically, Washington Spirit W have combined superior attacking output with better defensive control in this matchup, and their current season form, especially away from home, reinforces that statistical edge heading into Martin Stadium on 20 September 2026.

Chicago Red Stars W vs Washington Spirit W H2H Statistics updated on 15 September 2026.