The highly anticipated 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup is about to commence, and the U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) is set to face off against FIFA Women’s World Cup debutant Vietnam in their opening match at Eden Park in Auckland/Tāmaki Makaurau.
Soccer enthusiasts around the world are eagerly looking forward to this clash of talent, which will take place on Friday, July 21, at 9 p.m. ET.
This encounter will mark the first-ever meeting between the USWNT and Vietnam, adding an extra layer of excitement to the match.
Interestingly, it will be the fifth consecutive World Cup in which the USWNT has squared off against an opponent from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) in their opening game of the tournament.
The team has previously started their campaigns against Korea DPR in 2007 and 2011, Australia in 2015, and Thailand in 2019.
As the USWNT prepares to face Vietnam, they are bolstered by a formidable roster of players who have been carefully selected for their talent and experience. Let’s take a closer look at the U.S. Women’s National Team roster for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Goalkeepers:
1. Aubrey Kingsbury (Washington Spirit; 1 cap)
2. Casey Murphy (North Carolina Courage; 14 caps)
3. Alyssa Naeher (Chicago Red Stars; 91 caps)
Defenders:
1. Alana Cook (OL Reign; 25 caps, 1 goal)
2. Emily Fox (North Carolina Courage; 29 caps, 1 goal)
3. Crystal Dunn (Portland Thorns FC; 132 caps, 24 goals)
4. Naomi Girma (San Diego Wave FC; 16 caps)
5. Sofia Huerta (OL Reign; 30 caps)
6. Kelley O’Hara (NJ/NY Gotham FC; 157 caps, 3 goals)
7. Emily Sonnett (OL Reign; 75 caps, 1 goal)
Midfielders:
1. Savannah DeMelo (Racing Louisville FC; 0 caps)
2. Julie Ertz (Angel City FC; 118 caps, 20 goals)
3. Lindsey Horan (Olympique Lyon, FRA; 129 caps, 27 goals)
4. Rose Lavelle (OL Reign; 88 caps, 24 goals)
5. Kristie Mewis (NJ/NY Gotham FC; 51 caps, 7 goals)
6. Ashley Sanchez (Washington Spirit; 25 caps, 3 goals)
7. Andi Sullivan (Washington Spirit; 45 caps, 3 goals)
Forwards:
1. Alex Morgan (San Diego Wave FC; 207 caps, 121 goals)
2. Megan Rapinoe (OL Reign; 199 caps, 63 goals)
3. Trinity Rodman (Washington Spirit; 18 caps, 4 goals)
4. Sophia Smith (Portland Thorns FC; 30 caps, 12 goals)
5. Alyssa Thompson (Angel City FC; 4 caps)
6. Lynn Williams (NJ/NY Gotham FC; 53 caps, 15 goals)
The USWNT, led by their experienced and determined players, is determined to showcase their best on the global stage and aim to secure another triumphant journey in the Women’s World Cup.
With stars like Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe, and a roster brimming with talent, the USWNT is undoubtedly one of the top contenders to claim the prestigious trophy.
Soccer fans across the United States and beyond are eagerly counting down the hours until the USWNT’s opening match against Vietnam.
The excitement and anticipation are at an all-time high, as the world awaits the kickoff of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, an event that promises to captivate and inspire audiences around the globe.
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