CBS Sports' Attacking Third crew published their Best XI for the latest NWSL Team of the Week, highlighting top performers from the past week's matches during the 2026 season.
The regular season is about a quarter complete, with a busy and chaotic slate of matches fueling the selections. Barbra Banda was named a standout among the Best XI for her strong performance last week [1].
Goalkeeper Jordan Silkowitz of Bay FC earned recognition for making key saves against the San Diego Wave [1]. Defenders also featured prominently, with Tierna Davidson of Gotham FC leading her team with four clearances, and Pheobe McClernon of Seattle Reign topping her side in clearances with five and shot blocks with three, helping keep a clean sheet [1].
Midfielder Bianca St. George of Boston Legacy made the list after scoring a dramatic late game-winner that secured Boston’s first NWSL victory of the season [1]. Avery Patterson of Houston Dash was selected for her role in Houston’s solid defensive efforts [1].
CBS Sports based the team entirely on last week’s performances, providing recognition as the league heads through the early stages of the 2026 regular season [1].