USWNT Coach Emma Hayes has announced her roster for the upcoming training camp, which will primarily consist of domestic players. This decision was made in consultation with staff and medical teams within US Soccer, aiming to allow European-based players to rest after a long club season.
Key Points
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Exception: Vice-captain and defender Naomi Girma has been called up despite recently battling a calf injury. She had missed several games with her club, Angel City FC, while recovering.
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Rationale: Hayes emphasized the importance of this decision, noting that most professional overseas players do not have an offseason, as they continue playing into December or January. In contrast, NWSL teams typically finish their seasons around mid-November, allowing for a longer break until February or March.
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Upcoming Events: The next major events on the team’s schedule include:
- World Cup qualifying next year
- Another tournament in two years, either the 2027 World Cup or the 2028 Olympics, depending on qualification results.
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Player Health: Hayes stressed the importance of ensuring all players are healthy and ready for these upcoming events.
Squad Highlights
In addition to Girma, the initial squad announcement includes:
- Midfielder: Julie Ertz
- Forwards:
- Sophia Smith (OL Reign)
- Mallory Pugh (Chicago Red Stars)
- Trinity Rodman (Washington Spirit)
Goalkeeper Casey Murphy was left out after joining Racing Louisville via free transfer from North Carolina Courage. However, she may join the camp if injuries occur among existing keepers Adrianna Franch or Alyssa Naeher, who is recovering from knee surgery.
Coach’s Confidence
Hayes expressed confidence in her squad’s ability to perform well without some of its top European-based players, stating, "I’m really excited about our group. We’ve got a lot of talented young women who have been doing great things at their clubs."
The training camp will serve as an opportunity for Hayes and her coaching staff to assess the team’s depth and identify areas for improvement before the World Cup qualifying campaign begins.
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