Overview
- Rodman returned to NWSL action on August 3 at Audi Field after a four-month layoff following her last appearance on April 12.
- She entered in the 76th minute and scored a stoppage-time volley to secure a 2-1 victory over Portland Thorns FC.
- Coach Adrián González said the team will carefully manage her playing time to safeguard her recurring back injury.
- Rodman underwent individualized rehab in London before rejoining Spirit training in mid-July during the NWSL summer break.
- Her contract enters its final months with speculation of a European move raising the stakes for her club future and national team prospects.