Rachel Daly, once a defender for England, has emerged as a prolific striker in the Women's Super League (WSL). Initially coming from Leeds United and gaining experience in the NWSL, she became Houston Dash's top scorer before moving to Aston Villa. Despite showcasing her goal-scoring prowess at the club level, Daly was primarily fielded as a left-back for the national team. However, under coach Sarina Wiegman, she transitioned to the offensive role, becoming a pivotal figure, celebrated for scoring 22 goals in a single WSL season, a feat matched by only Vivianne Miedema.
Only two players in WSL history have achieved the remarkable feat of scoring 22 goals in the 22-game season: Vivianne Miedema and Rachel Daly.
Daly became the Dash's record leading goalscorer and helped them to the Challenge Cup in 2020, showcasing her growth as a consistent goalscorer.
Despite excelling as a forward in club football, Daly was often utilized as a defender by England, highlighting the flexibility and depth of her playing career.
Under manager Sarina Wiegman, Daly solidified her role as England's first-choice left-back, competing against top players like Alex Greenwood.
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