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NWSL Power Rankings (matchweek nine): The Utah Royals cannot be stopped, KC Current make history at home, and Orlando Pride upsets San Diego Wave

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SANDY, UTAH - MAY 23: Kate Del Fava #8 and Mina Tanaka #11 of Utah Royals celebrate after winning the NWSL match between Utah Royals and Denver Summit FC at America First Field on May 23, 2026 in Sandy, Utah. (Photo by Chris Gardner/NWSL via Getty Images) | NWSL via Getty Images

For the first time since May of 2019, the Utah Royals are No. 1 in the NWSL table.

Are they No. 1 in the power rankings too? Find out.

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16. Racing Louisville (-2) | Latest Result: 1-2 loss vs NC Courage

After a massive home win versus Portland Thorns, Racing Louisville failed to follow it up against Utah Royals or NC Courage.

The slow start to the season has hit a new low as they’re now last in the NWSL standings.

15. Chicago Stars (+1) | Latest Result: 1-0 win at Bay FC

In just her second match back, Mallory Swanson scored the game-winner to snap their four match losing streak.

The Chicago Stars also had major help from Bay FC…

14. Bay FC (-5) | Latest Result: 0-1 loss vs Chicago Stars FC

Two red cards? That just can’t happen.

The inability to pick up points against last-place Chicago Stars at home…

13. Angel City FC (-1) | Latest Result: 1-2 loss at Houston Dash

A late concession doomed Angel City FC. That’s now just one win in their last seven matches.

12. Boston Legacy FC (-1) | Latest Result: 1-2 loss vs Seattle Reign

The Boston Legacy five match unbeaten streak came to an end.

11. Houston Dash (+4) | Latest Result: 2-1 win vs Angel City FC

Maggie Graham delivered when the Houston Dash needed it the most.

The six match winless streak finally comes to an end. Can they rediscover the early season form?

10. Denver Summit (-3) | Latest Result: 1-2 loss vs Utah Royals

The inaugural Continental Divide Rivalry matchup was decided by a late penalty kick – not in their favor.

The good news? Yazmeen Ryan has recorded five goal contributions in the last five games.

9. Seattle Reign (+4) | Latest Result: 2-1 win at Boston Legacy

The 2-1 road win over Boston Legacy snapped a five match winless streak.

Their goal drought was also broken at 510 minutes.

Is the attack and goals, here to stay?

8. Orlando Pride (+2) | Latest Result: 1-0 win at San Diego Wave

Nicole Payne made her first start since returning from injury and missing the 2025 season. And she scored the game-winner for the Orlando Pride with a pinpoint shot from outside of the box.

Was that the biggest win of the season for Orlando Pride?

7. North Carolina Courage (+1) | Latest Result: 2-1 win at Racing Louisville

They took care of business against Chicago Stars and Racing Louisville.

The dynamic duo of Ashley Sanchez and Manaka continues to devastate NWSL defenses.

6. Kansas City Current | Latest Result: 3-1 win vs Portland Thorns

KC Current remain perfect at home (5-0-0) and ran their unbeaten streak at CPKC stadium to 22 matches, tying the all-time NWSL record.

The major concern? Away form.

5. Portland Thorns | Latest Result: 1-3 loss at KC Current

All three losses of their losses have come on the road with 1-3 scorelines.

They still have not lost or conceded any goals at home.

With so many short-week games to start the season, they’ll be well rested after the break – a massive advantage down the stretch. But first… The Utah Royals for first place of the NWSL.

4. San Diego Wave(-3) | Latest Result: 0-1 loss vs Orlando Pride

Although the metrics still favor the San Diego Wave, they’ve been unable to consistently put away teams and shots in the back of the net.

When will Catarina Macario make her NWSL debut?

3. Gotham FC (+1) | Latest Result: Fourth place at CONCACAF W Champions Cup (back-to-back losses)

The bats had a semifinal and third place match at CONCACAF W Champions Cup, they’d like to forget.

In NWSL play, Gotham FC are still unbeaten in their last five.

2. Washington Spirit (+1) | Latest Result: 3-5 loss vs Club América (CONCACAF W Champions Cup final)

Was this one of the best finals ever played? Yes.

1. Utah Royals (+1) | Latest Result: 2-1 win vs Denver Summit

Utah Royals are unbeaten in their last nine and look every bit of the part.

Mina Tanaka and Cloé Lacasse cannot be stopped, as they’ve combined for 13 goal contributions.

URFC now face the No. 2 Portland Thorns with a chance to head into international break in the top spot.

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