The 2025 NWSL regular season rolls on after week five action, and that means it’s time for Attacking Third’s team of the week. After weekly fixtures throughout the 2025 NWSL campaign, Attacking Third analysts select a best XI and a coach based on standout performances across the weekend.
With the season approaching the quarter mark, several players from different teams are competing for this week’s honors.
Best XI Picks:
- Goalkeeper: Aubrey Kingsbury (Washington Spirit) - A clean sheet against a creative Orlando squad.
- Defender: Emily Sonnett (Gotham FC) - Key defensive blocks during a challenging match.
- Defender: Kayla Sharples (Kansas City Current) - Impressive aerial presence and stability on defense.
- Defender: Tara McKeown (Washington Spirit) - Strong performance managing attacking threats effectively.
- Defender: Rebeca Bernal (Washington Spirit) - Consistent high performance in central defense.
- Midfielder: Kiki Pickett (Bay FC) - Scored a spectacular game-winning goal.
- Midfielder: Kenza Dali (San Diego Wave FC) - Effective playmaking and control in midfield.
- Midfielder: Lo’eau LaBonta (Kansas City Current) - Clinical from the penalty spot in a crucial match.
- Forward: Esther Gonzalez (Gotham FC) - Continued her scoring streak with a decisive performance.
- Forward: Delphie Cascarino (San Diego Wave FC) - Significant contributions with two goals.
- Forward: Gift Monday (Washington Spirit) - Celebrated her first NWSL goal as the game-winner.
Coach:
- Jonatan Giraldez (Washington Spirit) - Navigating through injuries while maintaining competitive performance.
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