As the world eagerly counts down to the highly anticipated Women’s World Cup, the stage is set for another thrilling chapter in the history of women’s football. In just 40 days, teams from around the globe will gather to compete in this prestigious tournament, showcasing their skills, determination, and a shared passion for the beautiful game. The USWNT has an illustrious past and a reputation for excellence, and no doubt the Americans’ goal is for the fifth star. Here, we’ll break down the time until the USWNT kicks off at the World Cup. From the roster release to the flight down under, here’s what you should expect.
The Roster
Coach Vlatko Andonovski is expected to set his roster the week of June 19 since the team will have its training camp beginning June 26.
Some names will surely be on that roster, but unlike the 2019 World Cup, it’s hardly set in stone due to the plague of injuries the team has faced. Here’s a look into who could head into national team camp.
Goalkeepers
Alyssa Naeher, Adrianna Franch, and Casey Murphy have been Andonovski’s chosen trio, and he shouldn’t waiver from it.
Defenders
Becky Sauerbrunn, Naomi Girma, Emily Fox, and Crystal Dunn should be locked in for the tournament. But Andonovski has a plethora of…
