The United States women’s team in soccer is one of the most popular teams in international women’s soccer. They've won four Women's World Cups, four Olympic golds and nine CONCACAF Gold Cups. Morgan, Lloyd, Alyssa and Tobin heath are all part of this elite roster.
Morgan
Alex Morgan is out of the two friendlies against England & Spain because of injury. Vlatko Butonovski has released the USWNT's 24-player roster to play in the international matches. Matches are scheduled for October 7th in London and October 14th in Pamplona (Spanish). Both teams qualify for the 2023 World Cup, Australia.
Carli Lloyd
Carli Lloyd is one of the top goal scorers in US women's soccer history. She has earned three14 caps for USWNT. She can also earn more if her team plays both South Korean friendlies. Her career is not without controversy, having been marred by her split with longtime trainer James Galanis and a major injury. She is also the highest-paid player in the women's game.
Alyssa Thompson
Alyssa has the potential to be one of America's top young players. She has the technical control and speed to defeat defenders in one on one duels. Tracey Kelly, the US women’s national team's coach, was able to recognize her talent. Kevins remembers the 13-year-old Thompson when she was scouting a club in Southern California. She saw a forward who was both "brave and resilient" on the field during that game. Thompson is currently a member on the US women’s national team.
Tobin Heath
Tobin Heath is a forward recently selected for the US women’s soccer team roster. She is an outstanding player who has represented the North Carolina Tar Heels as well as the United States national soccer team. United States Soccer Federation called Heath "perhaps America's most talented soccer player". US Soccer named her Athlete for the Year in 2016.
Hope Solo
Hope Solo has been controversial in the women's football world. She left behind a complex legacy. She's one of the greatest goalkeepers and has made 202 appearances for USA team. Her record is 152 clean-sheets. Solo is also well-known for her controversial opinions.
Tobin Naeher
The United States women’s national soccer team are in the final stages at their World Cup qualification campaign. Tobin Naeher, a surprise selection, has been a valuable member on the roster. She played every minute for the team and made four saves in the 2-1 win over France. Naeher also stopped Steph Houghton from trying to make a penalty kick save in semifinals.
Tiffany McLeod
A recent controversy in the US women's soccer team's match against Canada has the Canadian players accusing referee Christiana Pedersen of bias. Pedersen penalized the United States with a penalty in the 80th minutes for holding the ball inside the penalty area. Pedersen, a former World Cup referee was not immediately available to comment.
Megan Rapinoe
Megan Rapinoe, a steady presence for the United States' women's national soccer team for more than 10 years. The forward is a powerhouse on and off the field. She was born in Redding and grew up playing volleyball with her older brother, twin sister, and younger brother. Rapinoe, who scored two goals for the United States at the 2012 World Cup, and another one in 2015, has been a huge success in recent times.