Washington Spirit W vs Boston Legacy W: Head-to-Head Stats

Washington Spirit W host Boston Legacy W at Audi Field in an NWSL Women Group Stage clash scheduled for 13 September 2026, with kick-off at 17:00 UTC. With Washington Spirit W pushing near the top of the table and Boston Legacy W battling in the lower positions, this fixture carries clear implications for both the playoff picture and the race to climb away from the bottom. For anyone studying Washington Spirit W vs Boston Legacy W stats, this match offers a contrast between one of the league’s stronger sides and a team still searching for consistency.

Washington Spirit W come into this round sitting 2nd in the NWSL Women standings with 43 points, a goal difference of +13 and a strong overall record of 13 wins, 4 draws and 6 losses from 23 matches. Boston Legacy W, by contrast, are 14th with 23 points, a goal difference of -12 and a 6-5-12 record from the same number of games. The stakes are clear: Spirit are looking to consolidate a promotion play-off quarter-final position, while Boston aim to disrupt a top contender and close the gap to mid-table. In that context, the Washington Spirit W vs Boston Legacy W stats around head-to-head and form are particularly relevant heading into Audi Field.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a very limited but already competitive head-to-head history between Washington Spirit W and Boston Legacy W.

• Previous meetings: 1
• Washington Spirit W wins: 1
• Draws: 0
• Boston Legacy W wins: 0

Washington Spirit W vs Boston Legacy W Timeline & Historical Context

The Washington Spirit W vs Boston Legacy W timeline in competitive action begins with their NWSL Women Group Stage meeting on 19 July 2026 at Centreville Bank Stadium in Pawtucket. On that occasion, Boston Legacy W were the home side and Washington Spirit W the visitors, providing the first reference point in this developing matchup.

In that inaugural contest, Boston Legacy W 1-2 Washington Spirit W was the final score in the Group Stage of the NWSL Women season. Washington established control early, leading 0-2 at half-time before Boston pulled one back after the break. The half-time scoreline of 0-2 underlined Spirit’s fast start, while the 1-2 full-time result confirmed their ability to manage the game once ahead.

With only this single fixture on record, the rivalry is still in its infancy, but even this limited history offers a clear reference: Washington Spirit W have already shown they can win on the road against Boston Legacy W in this competition. As more meetings are added to the Washington Spirit W vs Boston Legacy W timeline, this early away victory could become a key historical marker.

Washington Spirit W vs Boston Legacy W Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head sample is small, but it still allows for a concise statistical overview of how the two sides have matched up so far.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Washington Spirit W 2 - 1 Boston Legacy W
• Average Goals per Match: Washington Spirit W 2.00 vs Boston Legacy W 1.00

Venue Split Performance:

• At Washington Spirit W's stadium:
• At Boston Legacy W's stadium: 1 matches played here — Boston Legacy W won 0 (as home side), Washington Spirit W won 1 (as away side), 0 draws

Washington Spirit W vs Boston Legacy W Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Washington Spirit W vs Boston Legacy W last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 19 July 2026: Boston Legacy W 1-2 Washington Spirit W (Half-time: 0-2) – NWSL Women Group Stage

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Washington Spirit W Matches Results and Stats

For Washington Spirit W, the broader season to date paints the picture of a consistent contender. Across 23 league matches, they have 13 wins, 4 draws and 6 defeats, with 33 goals scored and only 20 conceded. At home, Spirit have played 11 times, winning 6, drawing 1 and losing 4, scoring 15 and conceding 10. Their attacking output averages around 1.4 goals per game overall, supported by a solid defensive record of 0.9 goals conceded per match. Nine clean sheets highlight their ability to control games, while a longest winning streak of five matches underlines their capacity to build momentum.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 13, Draw 4, Lose 6 (season to date)

Last 5 Boston Legacy W Matches Results and Stats

Boston Legacy W’s season to date shows a more fragile profile. Over 23 league fixtures, they have 6 wins, 5 draws and 12 losses, scoring 28 goals and conceding 40. At home, Boston have 4 wins, 2 draws and 7 defeats from 13 matches, with 20 goals scored and 24 conceded. Away from home, they have 2 wins, 3 draws and 5 losses, scoring 8 and conceding 16. Their attack averages 1.2 goals per match, but the defense allows 1.7 on average, which has been a key factor in their negative goal difference. Three clean sheets across the campaign and a longest winning streak of two games suggest they can be competitive in spells, but sustaining that level has been a challenge.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 6, Draw 5, Lose 12 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

From a historical and statistical perspective, Washington Spirit W hold the clear edge going into this Audi Field encounter. The head-to-head record is short but decisive: one meeting, one 2-1 victory away from home, with Spirit scoring twice and leading comfortably by half-time in that match. The overall Washington Spirit W vs Boston Legacy W stats therefore lean toward the home side, especially when combined with season-long performance indicators.

Washington Spirit W’s strong league position, positive goal difference, and balanced attack-defense profile contrast with Boston Legacy W’s struggles, reflected in a -12 goal difference and a higher rate of goals conceded. Boston have shown they can find the net, particularly at home, but their defensive vulnerability and inconsistent results leave them as underdogs in this fixture. Historically, the limited head-to-head data and the broader season form both point toward Washington Spirit W as the side with the stronger statistical foundation heading into 13 September 2026.

Washington Spirit W vs Boston Legacy W H2H Statistics updated on 8 September 2026.