More markets for the NWSL game, scheduled for September 6 at 4:00 PM ET.
Chicago Stars FC sit last in the 2026 NWSL standings with a 5-15-1 record and a league-worst goal difference, while North Carolina Courage occupy sixth place at 10-3-7. Chicago’s recent 3-2 home win over Racing Louisville ended an eight-match winless run, aided by Mallory Swanson’s return from maternity leave and Julia Grosso’s late winner, though Swanson exited with an injury. The Stars dismissed head coach Martin Sjögren on August 12 and installed Karina Báez as interim, adding further transition amid defensive vulnerabilities. Courage remain mid-table with recent mixed results, including a 2-1 win over Boston Legacy. The sides next meet on September 6 in Evanston, where Chicago’s home environment and momentum contrast with Courage’s stronger overall form, historical edge in the fixture, and greater depth. Trader sentiment reflects these gaps in consistency and squad stability.