With two stoppage-time equalizers and a shutout win to shake up the standings, Week 8 of the Gainbridge Super League 2025/26 season was one to remember. Here are our four teams fighting their way to the top of the Week 8 Power Rankings.
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Spokane Zephyr FC (3-2-4) Week 9: @ DC |
 1Last Week: 2 |
Spokane Zephyr’s new Head Coach Nicole Lukic started off her tenure with a win after Tori Zierenberg found the back of the net in the 60th minute and an own goal doubled the lead minutes later. Six saves from league-leader Hope Hisey protected the 2-0 lead and earned the Zephyr its fifth shutout this season. |
| 2 |  |
Lexington SC (2-0-5) Week 9: vs. FTL |
 1Last Week: 1 |
Lexington SC showcased its grit last week, with Addie McCain slotting home a stoppage-time equalizer in the 90+7’ to see the Girls in Green take home a point in a 1-1 draw with Carolina Ascent. With the result, Lexington remains one of only two clubs still undefeated through Week 8. |
| 3 |  |
Fort Lauderdale United FC (3-0-3) Week 9: @ LEX |
 Last Week: 3 |
Despite having Week 8 off, Fort Lauderdale United FC returns to the Power Rankings and remains in second place in the standings. The Florida side will return to action this Thursday in Kentucky, completing its three-match road stretch with a meeting against fellow unbeaten side Lexington SC. |
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Carolina Ascent FC (1-2-4) Week 9: @ BKN |
Last Week: Not Ranked |
Carolina Ascent FC gave Lexington a run for its money on Friday, with Audrey Harding scoring her first goal of the season to ultimately earn the Ascent a 1-1 draw. The result extends Carolina’s unbeaten streak against Lexington to five games and sees the Charlotte side re-enter the Power Rankings for the first time since preseason. |