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NWSL Power Rankings: Current win fourth straight, take top spot in league standings, while Wave slip in first loss of a seven-game stretch

Who's hot, who's not? INDIVISA ranks all 14 teams across the National Women's Soccer League

The international break proved to be good for some of the NWSL teams, but troubling for others. The Kansas City Current continued their winning ways, earning their fourth-straight victory. The Current knocked off Gotham FC at home, 2-1, thanks to goals from Michelle Cooper and Temwa Chawinga

Meanwhile, the San Diego Wave fell to Seattle Reign, just their first loss in seven games. Despite falling 2-1, the Wave continued their case as best offensive team in the league, outshooting the Reign and dominating the possession with 63 percent.

Problems continue for Utah, who made a promising start against Racing Louisville, scoring first, before falling 3-2. The Chicago Stars also put in a strong performance against Angel City, finishing the game level 2-2.

So, who's leading the pack, and who's falling short of expectations? INDIVISA presents the latest 2025 NWSL Power Rankings.

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    Utah Royals

    Prior Ranking: 13

    Result: Lost to Racing Louisville 3-2

    Ramifications: The Royals may have scored first against Racing Louisville, but unfortunately dropped another three points on the road, their eighth loss of the season. The Royals are now just 1-8-2 and have scored just 10 goals and conceded 22.

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    Chicago Stars

    Prior Ranking: 14

    Result: Drew Angel City 2-2

    Ramifications:  The Stars earned a point against Angel City thanks to goals from Nádia Gomes and Ally Schlegel. Despite the draw, the Stars are still in last place in the league standings with an 1-8-2 record, with just eight goals for and 22 goals against.

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    Houston Dash

    Prior Ranking: 11

    Result: Lost 1-0 to the Orlando Pride

    Ramifications: The Dash battled the Pride in Orlando, giving up the game-winning goal in the 99th minute of the game. The Dash hung on, despite the Pride outshooting them 22-4. The Dash continues to seek their stride this season, but have some bright spots in Avery Patterson and Yazmeen Ryan on the wings.

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    Bay FC

    Prior Ranking: 12

    Result: Beat Portland Thorns 1-0

    Ramifications: Bay FC secured a 1-0 result, advancing their record to 4-4-3 and sitting just above the playoff cutoff line. Alyssa Malonson was the difference-maker for Bay FC, with her goal in the 39th minute sealing the result in San Jose.

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