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She's Back!
After starting her first match since 2024 in the 2-0 win over KC Current, Soph Wilson is making her long-awaited return to the USWNT.
“As our team continues to evolve, it will be great to welcome back Sophia and Tierna, who are not only great players but also contribute positively to our team environment,” said Hayes. “Japan is undoubtedly one of the top teams in the world, and they are performing at a very high level coming off their Asian Cup title, which was impressive to watch. Playing the same country three times in a row, and especially a team that is as dedicated to their style as Japan, will be a massive test for our team and I’m looking forward to seeing how our team handles the numerous challenges these games will present.”
She will also join teammate Olivia Moultrie on the squad.
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Should Wilson see action in any of the three matches, she will be the 18th mother to play for the USWNT. Should Wilson score a goal, she will be the ninth player to score for the U.S. as a mom.
Wilson has connections to all three geographical areas for the upcoming April matches. She was a star at Stanford University and helped the Cardinal win the 2019 NCAA title; she currently plays her professional club soccer for Portland Thorns FC in the Pacific Northwest; and she hails from Windsor in the state of Colorado.
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NC Courage Match Preview with The Lion's Pitch
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