In this week’s women’s soccer news, new faces shined for the USWNT; the Chicago Red Stars got a new name; the Kansas City Current won the Summer Cup Final; and more!
High of the Week
The USWNT was back in action for the first time since the Olympics with two 3-1 wins over Iceland. They have one more match against Argentina on Wednesday to close out the international break. In those matches, we saw some new faces make their debuts and receive their first call-ups. Emma Sears, Emily Sams, Hal Hershfelt, and Yazmeen Ryan earned their first caps.
Goalkeeper Mandy McGlynn was also called into camp this week for the first time to replace the injured Jane Campbell.
Another pair of WNT debutants tonight with Emily Sams and Emma Sears hitting the field 🙌 pic.twitter.com/whrSoUzghV
— U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team (@USWNT) October 27, 2024
Low of the Week
The NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup Final was this week with the Kansas City Current defeating NJ/NY Gotham FC 2-0. Temwa Chawinga had both goals in the match to lead the Current to win the first-ever Summer Cup title. The final was held in San Antonio, Texas and it was reported that the attendance was just over 3,000 which is a disappointing turnout for a championship match. Hopefully, if this tournament sticks
