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NWSL News and Analysis.

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Wrote a bit about the Naomi Girma-sized hole in San Diego Wave's squad and a few of their offseason signings who could be part of helping them fill it including French international Kenza Dali and a rare signing from the Russian league!
Forgetting Naomi Girma: How is San Diego Wave Moving Forward
gotta replace her in the aggregate bc there's only one
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January 27, 2025 at 9:42 PM
I wasn't watching every Pride match that year i'll admit, but looks like she scored 6 in league play and a 7th in the CC, really not bad for a rookie in NWSL but I get it... numbers don't capture 100%

I would just say tho, she played 1,676 minutes in her 1st prof. season - that's a real solid amt!
January 27, 2025 at 7:19 PM
For the Houston Dash, they need to revamp their attack, especially after trading Maria Sanchez to San Diego last April.

With Bright and fellow trade acquisition Yazmeen Ryan from Gotham, Houston pounced on unhappy situations to add attackers as Fabrice Gautrat tries to fix a league worst attack.
January 27, 2025 at 6:38 PM
After a promising 6-goal (0.41 xG/90) rookie year for Messiah Bright in Orlando, the Pride signed Barbra Banda and Bright was traded to Angel City.

After a down season in LA mostly spent coming off the bench, hopefully playing time and stability will help her get back to her best in Houston.

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January 27, 2025 at 6:16 PM