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Orlando is still top of ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, but Angel City is beginning to look like a contender.

Ashley Hatch finds the back of the net for Washington Spirit

ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings are back for another week and the big question is: Can anyone stop the Temwa Chawinga?

Joelle Anderson gets on the scoresheet for Bay FC

Bay FC and Zambia forward Racheal Kundananji has shot to soccer stardom, but she wants to be remembered for her foundation's work improving lives in her home country.

ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings are back for another season and the big question is: Can anyone stop the Orlando Pride?

Kiki Pickett scores an equalizer on a strike from outside the box for Bay FC.

Who could be the 2025 NWSL MVP? Ahead of the season's opening weekend, let's look at the field from strongest shots to outside chances.

Based in the United States, the NWSL is home to quality players from around the world, including some African stars, like Temwa Chawinga and Barbra Banda, who have taken it by storm in recent years.

African players have been among the outstanding performers in men's and women's football in the USA in recent years, and there are various contenders to take MLS or the NWSL by storm again in 2025.