The 2025 NWSL season is underway, and the power rankings are shifting. After two weeks of play, there have been notable changes since the initial rankings.
Orlando Pride look like the team to beat this year, even though Gotham FC is struggling to score. However, Kansas City`s dominant win against Washington Spirit is making the top of the league more competitive.
While the top teams in the rankings haven`t changed dramatically, the middle section is still very uncertain. Some teams are still finding their rhythm, while others are showing flashes of their potential.
One team that has dropped significantly is Racing Louisville. They couldn`t maintain their momentum from the first week, and midfielder Savannah DeMelo had to leave their recent game due to feeling unwell. With injuries piling up, it`s unclear how their season will progress.
There`s still a lot of the season left, and teams have time to climb the rankings.
2025 NWSL Power Rankings – Week 2
| Rank | Team | Change | Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Orlando Pride | – | The Pride are so strong that they can win even when Barbra Banda doesn`t score. This week, Marta demonstrated the team`s depth of talent, breaking through defenses and converting penalties. |
| 2. | Kansas City Current | +1 | Temwa Chawinga has scored in both games, giving Kansas City a strong start. Their midfield is proving difficult for opponents, especially with Lo`eau LaBonta`s accuracy in penalty kicks. |
| 3. | Washington Spirit | -1 | Despite controlling possession and creating opportunities in week two, the Spirit struggled to score. Trinity Rodman`s availability off the bench is a positive sign for the future. |
| 4. | NJ/NY Gotham FC | – | Despite losing to the league`s top team, Gotham FC wasn`t completely outmatched and exposed some weaknesses in their opponent. Rookie Lily Real overcame a tough start, including an own goal, to lead the team in tackles. |
| 5. | Seattle Reign FC | +2 | Seattle is performing well even without their major offseason signing, Lynn Biyendolo. They have exceeded initial expectations and have already defeated former playoff teams. |
| 6. | North Carolina Courage | – | Despite having a solid tactical approach, the Courage are struggling to click. It might just be a matter of time, but there`s a noticeable lack of connection in their attacking play right now. |
| 7. | Houston Dash | +2 | The Dash recovered quickly after a slow start on the road, becoming the dominant team after conceding an early goal. Rookie Maggie Graham is showing promise with two goals off the bench in two games. |
| 8. | Utah Royals | -2 | Mina Tanaka and Ally Sentnor are expected to be key players for Utah, and their equalizing goal this week showed their potential, even if the celebration was short-lived. |
| 9. | Bay FC | +1 | Bay FC displayed a more aggressive side this week, which could be what they need to build momentum. Local players Karlie Lema and Joelle Anderson made crucial contributions. |
| 10. | San Diego Wave FC | +2 | The Wave appear to have a clear game plan and are executing it effectively. New coach Joans Eidevall secured his first win of the season, thanks in part to another strong performance from Gia Corely, who has two goals and an assist in two games. |
| 11. | Angel City FC | – | Kennedy Fuller is performing at a high level with two goals in two games, but Angel City needs to play consistently well for a full 90 minutes to secure a win. |
| 12. | Racing Louisville FC | -4 | Racing Louisville experienced the biggest drop in the rankings this week due to pre-season concerns and further uncertainty after Savannah DeMelo`s injury. |
| 13. | Portland Thorns FC | – | Reilyn Turner scored a fantastic goal, and the Thorns earned their first point of the year. However, it wasn`t enough against another lower-ranked team to significantly improve their power ranking. |
| 14. | Chicago Stars FC | – | Chicago is now on a losing streak. They showed promise in the first 15 minutes of their home opener but struggled for the rest of the game. Jameese Joseph remains a standout player for the Stars despite the team`s difficulties. |
