Ranking the top young stars in women's soccer 19 or under: Which NWSL players topped our list, from Jaedyn Shaw to Casey Phair?
From left to right Alyssa Thompson, Jaedyn Shaw and Olivia Moultrie are three of the best young players in the NWSL. Where did they fall on our ranking of every NWSL player aged 19 and younger? . These players' abilities to compete at a professional level this early in their careers is important for the NWSL and the USWNT as each tries to keep up with a rapidly evolving global game.
There are 16 teens total in the NWSL, two of whom have already played in a senior World Cup. We've ranked every player aged 19 or younger based on a combination of advanced stats, interviews with coaches, and weekly analysis of those who play often. In most cases, earning playing time in the NWSL goes a long way in determining the current readiness of a player for the pro game.
Who are the future stars of the NWSL? A few of them are already becoming household names. Let's get to the rankings. : Allen is a versatile player who can slot in as a forward, midfielder or any position on the wing. That is to her benefit as she finds her place on a Pride team that is lighting up the league right now, and it will benefit her internationally as she looks to become part of Canada's future.. The summer should bring more opportunities as Banda heads to the Olympics and NWSL teams play in friendlies.
Casey Phair is one of only two players -- and the youngest -- on this list with senior World Cup experience. Phair played in all three of South Korea's group-stage matches at the 2023 World Cup and started in a 1-1 draw with. Her entire youth career took place in the U.S., where her family moved shortly after she was born in South Korea, and Phair's. Phair watches videos of Erling Haaland and Zlatan Ibrahimovic to learn more about how to play the No.
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