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 rearing toward the quarter mark, anyone can end up with team of the week honors, including players and coaches from teams with notable efforts in matches that don’t end in wins. Like CBS Sports’ weekly NWSL Power Rankings, there are some familiar trends emerging throughout this team of the week.
There’s still plenty of season ahead, but some defenders are making repeat appearances, namely Emily Sonnett and Rebeca Bernal, while others are missing for the first time this year. While Brazilian international Debinha didn’t crack the week five team, one of her Kansas City Current teammates returned. If you’re keeping track, check out our best XI for week four.
Five matches have gone by, week six is underway, and fans can watch select NWSL regular season matches across CBS platforms, including CBS, CBS Sports Network, Paramount+, and CBS Sports Golazo Network.
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