San Diego Wave FC seized the top spot after a 1‑0 win over Boston, extending a four‑game streak that keeps them at the summit. Coach Jonas Eidevall’s side leads the league in expected goals and assists, underscoring a potent attack.

The Wave’s edge comes from Ludmila’s decisive goal and a defensive record that has allowed only one clean sheet in four matches. Their form puts pressure on the Portland Thorns, who slipped to second after a 2‑2 draw in North Carolina.

Washington Spirit snapped a four‑game winless run with a 2‑0 victory over Bay FC, thanks to an 86th‑minute goal by Gift Monday. The win positions Washington just above the playoff zone and boosts their second‑highest expected‑goals tally.

With the season halfway through, the standings now reflect a clear divide: San Diego, Portland, and Angel City occupy the top three, while teams like Chicago and Boston trail in the lower half.