After a shocking and action-packed slate this past weekend, the NWSL continues its marathon of a season! Six more games on the slate, with plenty of storylines to sink our teeth into. This is the place that gives you everything to watch for in Matchweek 6!
Xaiver’s Match of the Week: Washington Spirit vs. San Diego Wave (May 6 at 1:00 PM ET)
Morgan vs. Rodman
Trinity Rodman vs. Alex Morgan. I could end the analysis there, and most of you wouldn’t need any more selling. The future is now with Rodman, the best player on a team that oozes potential and, at just 20 years old, combines the statistical output and eye-popping athleticism that makes her undeniable on the pitch.
As for Morgan, who I’ve spent numerous weeks covering, she is the aging star in the twilight of her career who is pushing father time in hopes of capturing a title for the team she has helped build from the ground up. Statistically, she is better than Rodman, in large part to playing for a more talented side and being the primary penalty-taker. Watching the games, that doesn’t necessarily hold up. Rodman’s ability to change the game in the blink of an eye and strike fear into defenses is reminiscent of a younger Alex Morgan.
The future and the present collide in what…
