Swanson and Macario Make Comeback to USWNT for SheBelieves Cup
The return of key players and the inclusion of young talent highlight the team's preparation for the Paris Olympics
- Mallory Swanson and Catarina Macario return to the USWNT for the SheBelieves Cup after overcoming major knee injuries.
- Swanson and Macario's return marks their first appearances in a year and two years, respectively, enhancing the team's attack ahead of the Paris Olympics.
- Sixteen-year-old Lily Yohannes and 21-year-old Eva Gaetino receive their first senior national team call-ups, showcasing the team's investment in young talent.
- The SheBelieves Cup serves as the final evaluation before Emma Hayes takes over as head coach, with Twila Kilgore transitioning to an assistant role.
- The USWNT faces Japan on April 6 and either Canada or Brazil on April 9, with the matches being crucial preparation for the upcoming Paris Olympics.