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Power Rankings are calculated by combining key statistics for the current season (points per match, goal difference, expected goal gap), performance in recent games, Opta computer rankings, and observations from our writers.
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Previous ranking: 1
Next match: Bay FC on April 20, 7:30 pm ET
The Current, who had won their previous three matches in a row, couldn’t keep up the perfect record on Sunday against Gotham. But a road point is still a road point. In the offensive, Bia Zaneratto The following are some examples of how to get started: Temwa Chawinga Continue to be unplayable during transition. In the first period, Chawinga took advantage of her speed and scored a goal. It’s unlikely that any NWSL team will have the confidence to keep Kansas City out for the full 90-minute match.
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Previous ranking: 2
Next match: April 21 at Angel City, 7:30 p.m. ET
You’ll struggle at times to get clean shots in open play when you don’t have an MVP, as was the case for the Courage in Saturday’s win against Portland. North Carolina can also cause problems for opposing defences, as shown by an early goal from a set-piece. The goal is a great example of how to Tyler Lussi’s After scoring in the 5th minute, Courage had the ball under control and was able to maintain the match against Portland.
Previous ranking: 6
Next match: On April 20, NJ/NY Gotham FC will play at 1 pm. ET
Why am I confused? Ashley Hatch Has a Washington Spirit player switched to the left? Yes. Do you think that’s slowing down their progress? Nope. The Spirit’s 4-2-2-3-1 formation is a dynamic one. Houston Dash Learned on Friday Houston was a mess on Friday, and so were their elite. Trinity Rodman–Croix Bethune pairing. Spirit needs a few more dominoes to fall, but there are some encouraging signs.
Previous ranking: 3
Next match: April 19 at Orlando Pride, 8 p.m. ET
San Diego’s defensive strategy looks just as solid as in 2023 after keeping a clean-sheet for the second consecutive game. Casey Stoney still tries to find a way to best integrate Savannah McCaskill Maximize your team’s performance by integrating into it Jaedyn Shaw’s The attacking midfield has talent. As we saw in the game against Louisville, it’s still a work-in-progress.
Previous ranking: 4
Next match: Washington Spirit on April 20, 1 pm ET
Juan Carlos Amoros scored in a 1-1 draw against KC. This was no surprise. Crystal Dunn, Jenna NighswongerThen, Lynn Williams The second half will be a challenge for Gotham. In 2024, managing around international breaks is going to be a challenge for Gotham. But it’s also becoming apparent how dangerous the team can be at full strength.
Previous ranking: 5
Next match: Chicago Red Stars, April 21, at 6 p.m. ET
The Reign are a better team than their table, despite their bad form and the heartbreaking defeat against Bay. Seattle had a negative expected goal difference through the first four matches of this season, but were still an Alex Loera Earning a driving point is as simple as putting a banger on your car.
Previous ranking: 7
Next match: Houston Dash, April 20, at 10 p.m. ET
Portland Thorns is a team that data seems to like. Although they are at the bottom of the standings in this case, a number of metrics behind the scenes support their position. Portland can soar if it’s defense and goalkeeper are able to improve even slightly. They are showing terrible early results when playing with the ball.
Previous ranking: 13
Next match: April 19 vs. San Diego Wave, 8 p.m. ET
Pride still unbeaten, they scored their first victory against a struggling Utah Royals team. Marta Super-sub excelled, scoring the first goal she scored all season only minutes after being introduced to the field. The newest member of our team, With Barbra Banda Now in Orlando, you can expect an even dangerous version of Pride to arrive soon.
Marta has scored 200 goals in the club’s history.
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Previous ranking: 9
Next match: April 20 vs. Utah Royals, 5 p.m. ET
Racing Louisville will have four games and four draws in 2024. After Bev Yanez became manager, Racing Louisville continued to adopt a style that was more transitional. In a 0-0 tie with San Diego they held 44% possession of the ball. It’s clear that this team is solid in the midfield. Can the team find a rhythm?
Previous ranking: 10
Next match: On April 20th, Kansas City Current at 7:30 PM ET
The victory against the Seattle Reign on Sunday was not only a positive step for Bay FC, but also a sign of things to come. Bay FC outshot Seattle by 23 shots to 8 and dominated the game for most of it. Firepower has begun to emerge, but defensive control is still lacking.
Previous ranking: 11
Next match: North Carolina Courage vs. April 21, 7:30 PM ET
Angel City won their first game of 2024 in Chicago by a score of 1-0. Becki’s Tweed team played well in the first period, creating more chances and controlling the ball. It was enough to give them three points.
Previous ranking: 8
Next match : Seattle Reign FC on April 21, 6 pm ET
A Red Stars’ own goal, just before the halftime break, put them in an impossible situation against the Angels. The Angels are playing without Mallory Swanson Chicago’s best was not to be because of a hip problem. We hope that the USWNT’s star returns quickly to action after an outstanding performance. SheBelieves Cup.
Previous ranking: 14
Next match: April 20 at Racing Louisville, 5 p.m. ET
Utah Royals has the worst goal differential expected in the NWSL. In their defeat to Orlando, they only took one shot inside the penalty box. They need to step up to the plate if they don’t want to be at the bottom all season.
Previous ranking: 12
Next match: Portland Thorns at 10pm on 20 April ET
Jeff Kassouf of ESPN reported that the Washington loss was not their only disappointment. Maria Sanchez The following is a list of the most popular ways to contact us You can request a trade. In an effort to achieve stability, the Dash signed Sanchez in the offseason to one of richest contracts ever made by a league team. Houston couldn’t have a worse situation.
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