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In my experience, boys are definetely more "Alpha male" oriented than girls are. But that isn't a soccer issue so much as its a "social" one. And while I'm sure it flows thru somewhat to soccer...I can't say that I agree with the general statement that boy soccer players are more individualistic and girl players are more team oriented.
I've seen plenty of very, very good posseession oriented boys teams....and plenty of very good 1 v 1 girl players who enjoy that aspect of the game and love to step up with the game on the line and the ball at their instep.
Actually, saw it last night at our indoor game.
No argument there; I've seen the same. Training and conditioning can also go a long way toward changing natural tendencies that are, as you say, more social issues that spill over somewhat into soccer.
One thing I've noticed from watching a number of different teams of both genders--and again, this is far from universal, but just a tendency in this direction--at that moment of decision-making immediately after receiving the ball, male players seem more likely to look for the open space to dribble or shoot first, and the option to pass second if the first isn't available. Female players seem more likely to look up for the passing option first, and the option to dribble or shoot second.
Of course, I could be imagining it. 
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