Overview
- Emma Hayes announced a 26-player squad for friendlies against Portugal on Oct. 23 in Chester and Oct. 26 in East Hartford, followed by New Zealand on Oct. 29 in Kansas City.
- Trinity Rodman rejoins the national team for the first time since spring after managing a persistent back issue and returning to strong form with the Washington Spirit.
- Europe-based players Phallon Tullis-Joyce, Emily Fox, Lindsey Heaps, Lily Yohannes, Catarina Macario and Alyssa Thompson return after being rested in the previous window.
- San Diego Wave defender Kennedy Wesley receives her first senior call-up, underscoring Hayes’ youth-focused approach, with injured centerback Naomi Girma still out.
- The first two matches versus Portugal will feature retirement tributes for Alex Morgan at Subaru Park and Alyssa Naeher at Pratt & Whitney Stadium.