Seattle Reign v Houston Dash: Forecast, Odds and Bets
Seattle Reign FC will host the Houston Dash on 12 May 2025 at Lumen Field in Seattle, USA. The match kicks off at 00:00 UTC, which corresponds to 02:00 CEST in Italy, Germany, France and Spain, 01:00 BST in the UK, and 5:00 p.m. PT locally.
This NWSL fixture comes just after Mother’s Day and could prove pivotal for both sides. The Reign are looking to build on a recent positive run, while the Dash aim to find form and climb out of the lower end of the table. Fans can expect an intense battle under the lights at Lumen Field.
How are both teams coming into this?
Seattle Reign FC currently sit around midtable, having compiled a 3-2-2 record so far this season. They are unbeaten in their last three matches and look more cohesive under pressure. Key performers like Jess Fishlock and Bethany Balcer have driven much of their attacking play, and the defense has tightened up following a couple of early-season hiccups.
On the other side, Houston Dash are struggling to find consistency. They occupy one of the bottom spots with a 2-4-1 record and have conceded goals in each of their last four games. However, the Dash do have players like Rachel Daly who can turn a game on its head, and they’ll be eager to spoil the party in Seattle and kickstart their own momentum.
Our forecast
We expect Seattle Reign to dictate possession early on, pushing the pace through the flanks and looking to exploit space behind the Dash’s high defensive line. With Lumen Field’s atmosphere behind them, the Reign should carry the greater attacking threat. Houston, meanwhile, will likely sit deeper and look to hit on the break with Daly and veteran midfielder Kristie Mewis.
Score prediction: 2-1 to Seattle Reign. We see at least one goal for each side, but the home side’s recent form and home advantage should prove decisive. Expect a tightly contested midfield battle with moments of quality making the difference.
