Week 2 in the NWSL signals what’s to come in the future. Usually, it can take young players a long time to acclimate to pro soccer. With all the young teenagers we’re seeing at Angel City and now top draft picks scoring in the second week, it’s clear that the next generation has arrived and is here to stay. While the young stars are here, the old guard refuses to leave either, with some all-time greats scoring incredible strikes. Here are the best NWSL goals from Matchday 2.
5. Croix Bethune – Washington Spirit
If you’ve been following us at GSN for a while, you know we’ve been talking about Croix Bethune for years. We didn’t get as many opportunities to see her play in college because of injuries, but now we get to see her shine on the biggest stage. With the game on the line, the rookie was cool, calm, and collected. The quick touch in a tight space with a little bit of luck set up Bethune to slot the ball home at the last minute of stoppage time. It’s hard not to get excited about Croix Bethune when she’s already scoring game-winners.
4. Hal Hershfelt – Washington Spirit
The Spirit bounced back from a tough opening week loss to the Seattle Reign. Washington was trailing once again after Bay FC took control and scored. Trinity Rodman picked…
