North Carolina Courage v Houston Dash: Forecast, Odds and Bets

June 19, 2025

The National Women’s Soccer League returns on June 22, 2025 with an exciting showdown as North Carolina Courage host the Houston Dash. Fans across Europe can catch kick-off at 01:30 CEST in Italy, Germany, France and Spain, while UK viewers can tune in at 00:30 BST.

This mid-season fixture carries plenty of weight as both sides look to solidify their positions in the standings. Whether you’re backing your local favourite or hunting for value in the markets, our guide will help you navigate the key stats, recent form and top odds ahead of the clash at WakeMed Soccer Park.

How are both teams coming into this?

North Carolina Courage have enjoyed a solid run of results of late, combining defensive resilience with a knack for decisive counterattacks. With a balanced squad and a strong home record, they’ll fancy their chances of collecting three points in front of their home crowd. The Courage’s ability to control possession and press high up the pitch has been a hallmark of their play this season.

On the other side, Houston Dash have shown flashes of attacking flair but have also been vulnerable at the back. Inconsistency has plagued their campaign, with tight losses and draws preventing them from climbing higher in the table. A win on the road would provide a huge boost to their confidence, but they must shore up defensively to keep pace with the league’s top sides.

Our forecast

Given North Carolina’s formidable home form and Houston’s defensive lapses, we believe the Courage will edge this encounter. Expect a high-energy start with the home side dominating possession, looking to exploit gaps left by the Dash in transition. A 2-1 victory for North Carolina feels the most likely outcome.

If you’re hunting for markets, consider backing Both Teams to Score and Over 2.5 Goals. The Dash have found the net in recent away fixtures, and the Courage’s attacking intent should see at least three goals overall. A small stake on a Courage win and BTTS offers a balanced risk-reward profile.