NEW YORK (November 7, 2024) - The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) announced today that Kansas City Current forward Temwa Chawinga has been named the Player of the Month, presented by EA SPORTS, for the months of October and November by the NWSL Media Association and the NWSL’s on-air broadcast talent. 

Chawinga scored five goals in four matches throughout October and November to close a commanding scoring campaign en route to her third Player of Month honor and the 2024 NWSL Golden Boot, awarded to the league’s top scorer at the conclusion of the regular season.

The Malawi international’s record-breaking month was highlighted by her 19th tally of the season on October 12, which broke the single season scoring record. Chawinga completed her scoring tear with her 20th regular-season goal in a 4-1 win over San Diego Wave FC.

Notably, Chawinga became the first player to score against all opponents in a single NWSL season [with 10 or more teams] after finding the back of the net in a 4-1 win over San Diego Wave FC on October 19. The striker added 13 shots, eight on target throughout the two months slate of matches.

Registering a brace during the NWSL x LIGA MX Femenil Summer Cup Championship on October 25 in San Antonio, Texas, Chawinga led the Current to the club’s first ever NWSL trophy.

The striker is the first player since Kim Little in 2014 to win the Player of the Month award three times in one season.

The NWSL Player of the Month, presented by EA SPORTS, is presented by Ally, is selected by the NWSL Media Association, a collection of writers that cover the league on a consistent basis, and the NWSL’s on-air broadcast talent. Awards for the months of October and November are based off performances during NWSL regular season and Summer Cup matches.