NWSL Absences Ahead of Matchweek 12

Several NWSL teams will be without key players for Matchweek 12, with Reilyn Turner, Claudia Dickey, and Avery Patterson confirmed to be out for their respective clubs.

As the National Women's Soccer League heads into its twelfth week of action, a number of teams are set to be impacted by player unavailability. Notably, Reilyn Turner, Claudia Dickey, and Avery Patterson have been listed as unavailable for their clubs' upcoming fixtures.

The full extent of these absences and their impact on Sunday's games, including the Portland Thorns versus Seattle Reign and Denver Summit against Houston Dash matchups, will become clearer as teams finalize their lineups. These absences could create opportunities for other players to step into larger roles and influence the outcomes.

💬 SideLine Take

Player availability is always a crucial factor in the NWSL, and these absences highlight the depth, or lack thereof, within certain squads as the season progresses.

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Source: Yahoo Sports

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