Adelaide United star Chelsie Dawber has signed with NWSL membership Chicago Red Stars as she makes an attempt to interrupt into the Matildas squad forward of the Women’s World Cup.
Dawber was a revelation alongside ALW Golden Boot winner Fiona Worts in Adelaide’s assault, scoring 10 objectives and notching three assists, as United completed third and made the finals for the primary time of their historical past.
The 22-year-old, who’s but to be capped, has joined Chicago on a two-year deal, with an possibility for a 3rd.
“It’s a new adventure for me and one that I’m really excited about,” Dawber stated.
“I want to thank Adelaide United and all the coaching staff I’ve worked with for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to play for this amazing club.
“My aim has all the time been to play for the Matildas and I imagine taking part in abroad in a troublesome league will give me a greater likelihood of a call-up to the nationwide crew.
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“I’m definitely not ruling out coming back to Adelaide after the NWSL season.
“Approaching a World Cup yr, it is vital to be taking part in as many video games as doable and provides myself the most effective path for fulfillment.”
Chicago was previously the home of Matildas captain Sam Kerr, who shot to global prominence with standout goal-scoring performances for the Red Stars in 2018 and 2019 before joining Chelsea.
“Chelsie is a formidable younger participant. She has confirmed she will rating objectives at a excessive degree, play a number of positions and nonetheless be efficient,” Red Stars coach Chris Petrucelli said.
“She provides versatility and athleticism to an already harmful attacking group.”
