Best player It has to be Khadija Shaw . Bunny’s output speaks for itself with 21 goals in 18 games, including a run of three hat-tricks in four games at the turn of the year. For a moment it seemed as though Lauren James would match Shaw’s goal tally but the Manchester City striker’s commanding presence has set her apart from anyone else in the WSL this season.
Xaymaca Awoyungbo What is there left to say about Khadija Shaw ? The Manchester City striker is the major cog in the success of Gareth Taylor’s team. She was pipped to the Golden Boot last season despite scoring 20 league goals but was not to be outdone this year. It is not just about her goals – her off-the-ball work is just as crucial as her in-possession abilities.
Shaw’s absence after suffering a season-ending foot injury against West Ham has only further illustrated her importance. Sophie Downey Khadija Shaw. If not for an ill-timed injury, she would have probably smashed the record for most goals scored in a single WSL campaign (22), set by Vivianne Miedema in 2019.
As it was, the striker enjoyed another incredible season for City and her presence up front was crucial in the club’s title attempt. Emillia Hawkins Khadija Shaw averaged a goal every 66 minutes. It is not only her finishing ability that has made her the best player in the league this campaign, but also her control, positioning and cohesion with her teammates.
Sarah Rendell Lotte Wubben-Moy . Shaw will sweep up the awards this year and a.