Week two of the 2025 NWSL season was marked by key matchups where last year`s leaders demonstrated their strength. Some teams reaffirmed their status, while others surprised. Kansas City Current and Orlando Pride appear to be in excellent form, as evidenced by their victories and player representation in the team of the week.
Each week, Attacking Third selects the 11 best NWSL players.
Despite the early stage of the season, exciting NWSL games are already available to watch on CBS platforms.
Take a look at our Best XI:
Forwards
Barbra Banda (Orlando Pride): Despite not scoring, Banda`s impactful presence was felt all over the field against Gotham FC, constantly challenging the defense.
Temwa Chawinga (Kansas City Current): Chawinga continued her Golden Boot form, scoring in the 3-1 victory over Washington Spirit. Her late-game impact and clinical finishing are key to her team`s unbeaten start.
Delphine Cascarino (San Diego Wave FC): The French international delivered a strong performance with an assist, skillful dribbling, and relentless pressing to regain possession.
Midfielders
Debinha (Kansas City Current): Another stellar week for Debinha, leading in chances created and shots for her team, consistently driving the attack.
Lo`eau LaBonta (Kansas City Current): LaBonta scored a penalty and celebrated in style, while also playing a crucial role in disrupting opponent attacks and leading in recoveries.
Ally Watt (Orlando Pride): Recognized as a right attacking midfielder, Watt`s attacking prowess and ball-winning efforts were significant for Orlando.
Defenders
Kayla Sharples (Kansas City Current): Sharples continues to solidify her place in the Current`s defense, standing out in clearances and duels.
Emily Sonnett (NJ/NY Gotham FC): Sonnett`s leadership in defense indicates Gotham`s resilience, connecting passes in possession and winning balls back, leading defenders in recoveries against Orlando Pride.
Rafaelle (Orlando Pride): Returning to form, Rafaelle made a strong impact in 45 minutes, ranking second in team clearances.
Jordyn Bugg (Seattle Reign FC): Bugg earned her spot with offensive contributions, including a remarkable long-range goal, and was second in team clearances.
Goalkeeper
Anna Moorehouse (Orlando Pride): Moorehouse secured another Team of the Week spot with a clean sheet, facing numerous crosses and shots and making key saves.
