Within a year, the NWSL has evolved tremendously. All foreign players that have entered the NWSL have changed the dynamic, with plenty of goals and defenses stepping up to stop them. Ultimately, every team needs to decide what their identity will be and the style that they want to play to win games. Specific coaches have a distinctive offensive or defensive style they want to play, while other managers want their teams to play multiple styles to win games based on game situations. Most teams want to play with balance and be well-rounded in all areas, but sometimes, personnel doesn’t allow you to play that way. There are offensive-minded and defensive-minded teams as well. Here’s a breakdown of the playing styles of the NWSL.
San Diego Wave – Balanced
The Wave have scored four goals and conceded four goals this season. They usually play out of a 4-2-3-1 formation, giving them the desired balance. Based on the Wave’s last game, you can see their capabilities when they combine.
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— National Women’s Soccer League (@NWSL) April 28, 2024
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