Top NWSL MVP candidates emerge after Matchweek 14
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 4:57 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Following Matchweek 14 of the NWSL season, several players are emerging as frontrunners for the MVP award. Barbra Banda leads the league with 12 goals, contributing significantly to Orlando's overall performance. Temwa Chawinga and Trinity Rodman also stand out with impressive scoring stats. Ashley Sanchez and Kenza Dali are positioned as potential late challengers, while Mina Tanaka and Croix Bethune are identified as wildcard candidates making strides this season. With the season's first half concluded, players will look to build momentum in the upcoming matches.
- •Barbra Banda has 12 goals, leading the league.
- •Temwa Chawinga follows with strong xG stats.
- •Trinity Rodman records seven goals and five assists.
- •Ashley Sanchez has stagnated with recent losses.
- •Mina Tanaka shows potential as a wildcard candidate.
- 4:57 PMYahoo Sports — The NWSL MVP race after Matchweek 14: Standouts, wildcards, and seven frontrunners
"More than half of the season is gone. Who’s making a late push in this race?Frontrunners include: Barbra Banda, Temwa Chawinga, and Trinity Rodman.Who’s next up? Ashley Sanchez and Kenza Dali.Wildcards? Mina Tanaka and Croix Bethune.
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