Midfielders to Watch at the FIFA’s Women’s World Cup
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After goalkeepers and defenders were highlighted in previous weeks, we’re moving up to midfielders. Heading towards the tournament, several midfielders stand out from the others.
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Lena Oberdorf (Germany)
Winner of the Women’s Euro 2022 Young Player of the Tournament award at only 21 years old, it is clear Oberdorf has a bright future ahead of her. Oberdorf has excelled in the defensive side of the game in particular, standing out with around three tackles, two interceptions and two blocks per 90 minutes. Look for Oberdorf to come up big for Germany this Women’s World Cup.
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Keira Walsh (England)
Arguably the most key player for England in the Women’s Euros, Walsh’s best qualities are her vision and passing ability. A prime example her pass to set up Ella Toone’s goal in the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 final. She was also named the Women's Euro 2022 final Player of the Match.
Aitana Bonmatí (Spain)
Winner of the UEFA Women's Champions League Player of the Season award, there is no denying that Bonmatí played a key role for Barcelona as they went on to win the tournament. This Liga F season, she provided the fourth-most assists in the league with 10. She will be hoping to secure her place in Spain’s talented midfield.
Alexia Putellas (Spain)
She may have been injured for much of the 2022-23 season for Barcelona, but expect Putellas to make a big impact at the Women’s World Cup. As a two-time winner of The Best FIFA’s Women’s Player, hopes are high for Putellas to make a big impact in this edition of the Women’s World Cup.
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Rose Lavelle (United States)
Bursting onto the scene in the 2019 Women’s World Cup, Lavelle was a key cog in the United States machine that won a second-straight Women’s World Cup. Four years later, Lavelle will be hoping to have the same result. If there is a time to watch Rose Lavelle, it is with the United States Women’s team at the Women’s World Cup.
