The USWNT is suiting up for the first time since their shocking defeat in the Round of 16 at the World Cup. These friendlies against South Africa represent what the future will hold for the USWNT. It’s a changing of the guard where the team and fans say goodbye to two heroines who are all-time greats in the sport while taking a look at the next generation of talent. It’s going to be emotional, to say the least. Here’s a preview of the USWNT vs. South Africa friendlies.
When and Where to Watch:
- Thursday, September 21 at 7:30 PM ET/4:30 PM PT, TNT
- Sunday, September 24 at 5:30 PM ET/2:30 PM PT, TNT
Cue the Waterworks
Generational players become pillars of any national team program, but that’s especially true for the USWNT. When the 99ers moved on, we had to say goodbye to legends like Mia Hamm and Michelle Akers. But because of them, the next generation of stars like Abby Wambach and Alex Morgan came along.
Megan Rapinoe and Julie Ertz are two players who embodied what it meant to wear the crest for different reasons. Pinoe was not only a top player because of skill and technique but also because she was never afraid to take a stand. What’s more American than having the freedom to exercise your right to free speech and stand up for what you believe…
