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The U.S. WNT has Qualified to the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup! Are YOU Going?

The U.S. Women’s National Team defeated Jamaica, 6-0 on Oct. 14, 2018, in the semifinal of the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship to earn a berth to the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in France next summer. 

The 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cupwill mark the eighth consecutive World Cup appearance for the USA, which has participated in every World Cup that has been contested, lifting the trophy in 1991, 1999 and 2015.

If you are planning a trip to France next summer, or would like more information, here’s everything you need to know right now about supporting the USA as they pursue a fourth star.

TICKETS, FAN EVENTS & TRAVEL INFORMATION
Are you interested in coming along on our journey through France? Then make sure you visit our FAN HUB where you can stay up-to-date on the latest information about when tickets are going on sale and purchasing options. In the FAN HUB , you can also learn more about fan events taking place in France, as well as travel information.

There are two options for tickets that will be available for purchase in the FAN HUB : The “Follow My Team” package and the Individual Match Tickets. If you sign up to receive information, U.S. Soccer will keep you up to date on sale dates for tickets as well as any important news that fans need to know.

The Venue Tickets Package will go on sale through FIFA on October 19, but the USA will not know its first round venues until the Final Draw which is taking place on Dec. 8 in Paris.

Please note that while tickets will available on a first come, first serve basis, U.S. Soccer Circle members and Members will have early access to purchase tickets in the U.S. Soccer allotment. Circle members supporting the U.S. Soccer Development Fund will have first access to tickets, followed by U.S. Soccer members, and then the general public. Learn more about Circles here or becoming a U.S. Soccer member here. Information about VIP & Travel Programs with the U.S. Soccer Patrons Program to France can be found here.

FINAL DRAW
The 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup Final Draw will take place on December 8 at La Seine Musicale, a music and performing arts center in Boulogne-Billancourt located in the western suburbs of Paris. At the draw, the USA will learn its three group opponents as well as the cities in which it will play.

There are nine cities that will play host to matches during the World Cup: Grenoble, Le Havre, Lyon, Montpellier, Nice, Paris, Reims, Rennes, and Valenciennes. The opening match will take place in Paris on June 7, while the Semifinals (July 2-3) and the Final (July 7) will take place in Lyon.

SCHEDULE
The Women’s World Cup will be held from June 7-July 7 in nine cities in France, and while all the teams will not learn their potential paths to Lyon until after the Draw, the schedule of matches, dates and venues is currently available here:


QUALIFIED TEAMS
So far, 20 countries have qualified for the World Cup. This will be the second World Cup with 24 nations, up from 16 that participated in the 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2011 tournaments. The qualified nations so far are:

  • France (host)
  • England
  • Germany
  • Italy
  • Norway
  • Scotland
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • Brazil
  • Chile
  • Australia
  • China PR
  • Japan
  • Korea Republic
  • Thailand
  • USA
  • Canada
  • Jamaica
  • Netherlands
  • Argentina

Still left to determined are one berth at the OFC Women’s Nations Cup in New Caledonia (Nov.18-Dec. 1) and three berths at the Africa Women’s Cup of Nations in Ghana (Nov. 17-Dec. 1).

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WNT Nov 15, 2018

Alex Morgan is Scoring Goals and That’s Good for Everyone (Except Those Playing Against Her)

Alex Morgan is in the business of scoring goals. And business is booming. In her last 26 games playing for the U.S. Women’s National Team, Morgan has scored 25 times. They’ve come in a multitude of ways – from the penalty spot, headers, blistering drives and breakaways. She’s scored game-winners and braces, against Japan on July 26 at the 2018 Tournament of Nations, she Read more
WNT Nov 13, 2018

WNT Downs World Cup-Bound Scotland 1-0 via Alex Morgan Goal to Finish Unbeaten 2018

PAISLEY, Scotland (Nov. 13, 2018) – The U.S. Women’s National Team completed an unbeaten 2018 after shutting out a gritty Scotland side, 1-0, on Tuesday night at The Simple Digital Arena. Alex Morgan’s goal in the 39th minute ultimately separated the sides. The USA had the lion's share of possession throughout the match, as Scotland dropped 11 players inside its own half for mos Read more
WNT Nov 13, 2018

Lineup Notes: USA Finishes 2018 vs. Scotland in Glasgow

USA vs. SCOTLAND Date: Nov. 13, 2018 Venue: The Simple Digital Arena; Glasgow, Scotland Broadcast: FS1, UDN  Kickoff: 2 p.m. ET Starting XI vs. Scotland: 24-Ashlyn Harris; 2-Emily Sonnett, 7-Abby Dahlkemper, 4-Becky Sauerbrunn, 25-Emily Fox; 8-Julie Ertz, 16-Rose Lavelle, 19-Crystal Dunn; 11-Mallory Pugh, 10-Carli Lloyd (capt.), 13-Alex Morgan Subs: 3-Samantha Mewis, 6-Andi Sullivan, 1 Read more
WNT Nov 13, 2018

Five Things to Know About Scotland

The U.S. Women’s National Team will wrap up its 2018 schedule against Scotland on Tuesday, Nov. 13 (2 p.m. ET on FS1, UDN) at The Simple Digital Arena in Glasgow. The USA has a 17-0-2 record in 2018 and will be playing to finish this year unbeaten. Here are Five Things to Know about Scotland: Scotland Women’s National Team Roster by Position: GOALKEEPERS (3): Lee Alexander (Glasgo Read more
WNT Nov 12, 2018

PREVIEW: WNT Takes on Scotland in Final Match of 2018 | Tuesday | 2pm ET | FS1, UDN

The U.S. Women’s National Team will bring its 2018 schedule to a close with a match vs. Scotland, Presented by Volpi Foods, on Nov. 13 (2 p.m. ET on FS1 & UDN) at The Simple Digital Arena, the 8,000-seat home of Scottish Premier League side St. Mirren FC. The stadium is in Paisley, just outside of Glasgow. The U.S. Women defeated Portugal, 1-0, on Nov. 8 in the first of its two matches Read more
WNT Nov 11, 2018

BTC: WNT Downs Portugal to Earn 500th Win in Program History

In this episode of Behind the Crest, Presented by Volpi Foods, U.S. WNT players share their thoughts on the winning culture of the U.S. WNT program before and after win No. 500. The U.S. Women played their first game in 1985. Read more
WNT Nov 12, 2018

U.S. WNT to Open 2019 in Europe Against World Cup host France on Jan. 19

The U.S. Women’s National Team will open its 2019 schedule in the country where it hopes to find success during the summer, taking on 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup host France on Saturday, Jan. 19 at Stade Océane in Le Havre (8:30 p.m. local / 2:30 p.m. ET on FS1 and the Fox Sports App).   France is currently fourth in the FIFA Women’s World Rankings and is one of Read more
WNT Nov 9, 2018

WNT Wins 500th Game in Program History with 1-0 Shutout of Portugal in Lisbon

LISBON, Portugal (Nov. 8, 2018) – The U.S. Women’s National Team won its 500th game in program history by defeating an organized and physical Portugal side, 1-0, to move its record to 17-0-2 on the year. Forward Jessica McDonald scored the game’s lone goal near the end of the first half, her first for the USA. The USA had most of the possession throughout the match, but Portugal Read more
WNT Nov 8, 2018

WNT Earns 500th Win in Team History

With the 1-0 victory against Portugal on Thursday, Nov. 8, the USA Women’s National Team not only remains undefeated in 2018, but earned the historic 500th victory in program history. With an overall record of 500 wins, 65 ties and 74 losses since the team’s inception in 1985, the U.S. WNT is one of the most successful teams in American sports history. It would follow that the st Read more
WNT Nov 8, 2018

Lineup Notes: USA Takes on Portugal in Lisbon

USA vs. PORTUGAL Date: Nov. 8, 2018 Venue: Estadio António Coimbra da Mota; Estoril, Portugal Broadcast: ESPN2 Kickoff: 1 p.m. ET Starting XI vs. Portugal: 1-Alyssa Naeher; 25-Emily Fox, 7-Abby Dahlkemper, 4-Becky Sauerbrunn, 19-Crystal Dunn; 6-Andi Sullivan, 16-Rose Lavelle, 9-Lindsey Horan; 11-Mallory Pugh, 21-Jessica McDonald, 15-Megan Rapinoe (capt.) Substitutes Available: 2-E Read more
WNT Nov 8, 2018
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A Tradition of Success: U.S. WNT Goes for Historic 500th Win

Over the years, as women’s soccer has grown throughout the United States and the world, the U.S. Women’s National Team has become synonymous with winning. There have been many epic victories, and of course a few crushing losses, but through the past 33 years, the U.S. WNT has done something that is among the most difficult in sports: win consistently. It’s a tradition built Read more
WNT Nov 8, 2018

BTC: As Year Ends, WNT Starts Road to World Cup

In this episode of Behind the Crest, Presented by Volpi Foods, the U.S. WNT’s last event of 2018 has brought the team to Portugal, where it began training camp with some physical testing that will help High Performance Coach Dawn Scott set a foundation for the players to hit the ground running in January on the road the 2019 Women’s World Cup in France. Read more
WNT Nov 7, 2018
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Five Things to Know About Portugal

The U.S. Women’s National Team will bring its 2018 schedule to a close with two matches in Europe, the first coming against Portugal on Nov. 8 in Lisbon (1 p.m. ET on ESPN2). The USA is coming off a successful run at the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship in which it went 5-0-0, qualified for the 2019 Women’s World Cup by rolling past Jamaica 6-0 in the semifinal and then def Read more
WNT Nov 6, 2018

PREVIEW: WNT Eyes 500th Win vs. Portugal in Lisbon | Thursday, Nov. 8 | 1 p.m. ET on ESPN2

The U.S. Women’s National Team will bring its 2018 schedule to a close with two matches in Europe, the first one coming against Portugal on Nov. 8 in Lisbon (1 p.m. ET on ESPN2) at Estadio António Coimbra da Mota, the 8,000-seat home to Second Division club G.D. Estoril Praia. The USA is coming off a successful run at the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship in which it went 5- Read more
WNT Nov 6, 2018

Gallery: WNT Trains for Final 2018 Friendlies

The U.S. WNT trained in Portugal ahead of two November matches across the pond. The first comes on Nov. 8 vs. Portugal (1 p.m. ET; ESPN2) before the team heads up to Glasgow for its final match of 2018 against Scotland on Nov. 13 (2 p.m. ET; FS1, UDN).  Read more
WNT Nov 5, 2018

Finish Strong: U.S. WNT Ends 2018 with Two Matches in Europe

The U.S. Women’s National Team heads into its final stretch of 2018 carrying a 16-0-2 record, which includes wins against Denmark, Germany, England, Mexico (thrice), China PR (twice), Japan, Brazil, Chile (twice), Panama, Trinidad & Tobago, Jamaica and Canada; and ties against Australia and France. The USA will close out the year with two games abroad, against Portugal on Nov. 8 (1 Read more
WNT Nov 3, 2018

Ellis Q&A: U.S. WNT Brings 2018 to a Close in Europe

U.S. Women’s National Team head coach Jill Ellis has named 24 players for an almost two-week trip to Europe that will end the USA’s 2018 schedule with matches in two historic capitals, against Portugal in Lisbon and Scotland in Glasgow. Ahead of the challenging tour, Ellis spoke about her goals for the trip, bringing a larger roster overseas and continuing the work to end a remarkably Read more
WNT Oct 26, 2018

24 Players Called for WNT November Friendlies in Portugal and Scotland

U.S. Women’s National Team head coach Jill Ellis has named a 24-player roster for a two-game European tour that will see the USA travel to face Portugal in Lisbon on Nov. 8 (1 p.m. ET on ESPN2) and Scotland in Paisley on Nov. 13 (2 p.m. ET on FS1 & UDN) to wrap up its 2018 schedule. Ellis and her staff will name 18 players to the gameday roster for each match. READ: Jill Read more
WNT Oct 26, 2018

21 NWSL Players Complete First Module of U.S. Soccer C License

Thanks to a partnership between U.S. Soccer, Utah Royals FC, NWSL and U.S. Soccer Development Fund donors, 21 NWSL players took their first step towards gaining their U.S. Soccer C License. The C License is the first professional coaching step along the U.S. Soccer Coaching Education Pathway. Players representing all nine NWSL clubs took part in the first phase of the course from Sept. 30-Oct. 7. Read more
WNT Oct 23, 2018
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The U.S. WNT has Qualified to the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup! Are YOU Going?

The U.S. Women’s National Team defeated Jamaica, 6-0 on Oct. 14, 2018, in the semifinal of the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship to earn a berth to the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in France next summer. 

The 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cupwill mark the eighth consecutive World Cup appearance for the USA, which has participated in every World Cup that has been contested, lifting the trophy in 1991, 1999 and 2015.

If you are planning a trip to France next summer, or would like more information, here’s everything you need to know right now about supporting the USA as they pursue a fourth star.

TICKETS, FAN EVENTS & TRAVEL INFORMATION
Are you interested in coming along on our journey through France? Then make sure you visit our FAN HUB where you can stay up-to-date on the latest information about when tickets are going on sale and purchasing options. In the FAN HUB , you can also learn more about fan events taking place in France, as well as travel information.

There are two options for tickets that will be available for purchase in the FAN HUB : The “Follow My Team” package and the Individual Match Tickets. If you sign up to receive information, U.S. Soccer will keep you up to date on sale dates for tickets as well as any important news that fans need to know.

The Venue Tickets Package will go on sale through FIFA on October 19, but the USA will not know its first round venues until the Final Draw which is taking place on Dec. 8 in Paris.

Please note that while tickets will available on a first come, first serve basis, U.S. Soccer Circle members and Members will have early access to purchase tickets in the U.S. Soccer allotment. Circle members supporting the U.S. Soccer Development Fund will have first access to tickets, followed by U.S. Soccer members, and then the general public. Learn more about Circles here or becoming a U.S. Soccer member here. Information about VIP & Travel Programs with the U.S. Soccer Patrons Program to France can be found here.

FINAL DRAW
The 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup Final Draw will take place on December 8 at La Seine Musicale, a music and performing arts center in Boulogne-Billancourt located in the western suburbs of Paris. At the draw, the USA will learn its three group opponents as well as the cities in which it will play.

There are nine cities that will play host to matches during the World Cup: Grenoble, Le Havre, Lyon, Montpellier, Nice, Paris, Reims, Rennes, and Valenciennes. The opening match will take place in Paris on June 7, while the Semifinals (July 2-3) and the Final (July 7) will take place in Lyon.

SCHEDULE
The Women’s World Cup will be held from June 7-July 7 in nine cities in France, and while all the teams will not learn their potential paths to Lyon until after the Draw, the schedule of matches, dates and venues is currently available here:


QUALIFIED TEAMS
So far, 20 countries have qualified for the World Cup. This will be the second World Cup with 24 nations, up from 16 that participated in the 1999, 2003, 2007 and 2011 tournaments. The qualified nations so far are:

  • France (host)
  • England
  • Germany
  • Italy
  • Norway
  • Scotland
  • Spain
  • Sweden
  • Brazil
  • Chile
  • Australia
  • China PR
  • Japan
  • Korea Republic
  • Thailand
  • USA
  • Canada
  • Jamaica
  • Netherlands
  • Argentina

Still left to determined are one berth at the OFC Women’s Nations Cup in New Caledonia (Nov.18-Dec. 1) and three berths at the Africa Women’s Cup of Nations in Ghana (Nov. 17-Dec. 1).

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WNT Nov 15, 2018

Alex Morgan is Scoring Goals and That’s Good for Everyone (Except Those Playing Against Her)

Alex Morgan is in the business of scoring goals. And business is booming. In her last 26 games playing for the U.S. Women’s National Team, Morgan has scored 25 times. They’ve come in a multitude of ways – from the penalty spot, headers, blistering drives and breakaways. She’s scored game-winners and braces, against Japan on July 26 at the 2018 Tournament of Nations, she Read more
WNT Nov 13, 2018

Five Things to Know About Scotland

The U.S. Women’s National Team will wrap up its 2018 schedule against Scotland on Tuesday, Nov. 13 (2 p.m. ET on FS1, UDN) at The Simple Digital Arena in Glasgow. The USA has a 17-0-2 record in 2018 and will be playing to finish this year unbeaten. Here are Five Things to Know about Scotland: Scotland Women’s National Team Roster by Position: GOALKEEPERS (3): Lee Alexander (Glasgo Read more
WNT Nov 12, 2018

PREVIEW: WNT Takes on Scotland in Final Match of 2018 | Tuesday | 2pm ET | FS1, UDN

The U.S. Women’s National Team will bring its 2018 schedule to a close with a match vs. Scotland, Presented by Volpi Foods, on Nov. 13 (2 p.m. ET on FS1 & UDN) at The Simple Digital Arena, the 8,000-seat home of Scottish Premier League side St. Mirren FC. The stadium is in Paisley, just outside of Glasgow. The U.S. Women defeated Portugal, 1-0, on Nov. 8 in the first of its two matches Read more
WNT Nov 11, 2018

WNT Earns 500th Win in Team History

With the 1-0 victory against Portugal on Thursday, Nov. 8, the USA Women’s National Team not only remains undefeated in 2018, but earned the historic 500th victory in program history. With an overall record of 500 wins, 65 ties and 74 losses since the team’s inception in 1985, the U.S. WNT is one of the most successful teams in American sports history. It would follow that the st Read more
WNT Nov 8, 2018

PREVIEW: WNT Eyes 500th Win vs. Portugal in Lisbon | Thursday, Nov. 8 | 1 p.m. ET on ESPN2

The U.S. Women’s National Team will bring its 2018 schedule to a close with two matches in Europe, the first one coming against Portugal on Nov. 8 in Lisbon (1 p.m. ET on ESPN2) at Estadio António Coimbra da Mota, the 8,000-seat home to Second Division club G.D. Estoril Praia. The USA is coming off a successful run at the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship in which it went 5- Read more
WNT Nov 6, 2018
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A Tradition of Success: U.S. WNT Goes for Historic 500th Win

Over the years, as women’s soccer has grown throughout the United States and the world, the U.S. Women’s National Team has become synonymous with winning. There have been many epic victories, and of course a few crushing losses, but through the past 33 years, the U.S. WNT has done something that is among the most difficult in sports: win consistently. It’s a tradition built Read more
WNT Nov 8, 2018
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Five Things to Know About Portugal

The U.S. Women’s National Team will bring its 2018 schedule to a close with two matches in Europe, the first coming against Portugal on Nov. 8 in Lisbon (1 p.m. ET on ESPN2). The USA is coming off a successful run at the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship in which it went 5-0-0, qualified for the 2019 Women’s World Cup by rolling past Jamaica 6-0 in the semifinal and then def Read more
WNT Nov 6, 2018

Finish Strong: U.S. WNT Ends 2018 with Two Matches in Europe

The U.S. Women’s National Team heads into its final stretch of 2018 carrying a 16-0-2 record, which includes wins against Denmark, Germany, England, Mexico (thrice), China PR (twice), Japan, Brazil, Chile (twice), Panama, Trinidad & Tobago, Jamaica and Canada; and ties against Australia and France. The USA will close out the year with two games abroad, against Portugal on Nov. 8 (1 Read more
WNT Nov 3, 2018

Ellis Q&A: U.S. WNT Brings 2018 to a Close in Europe

U.S. Women’s National Team head coach Jill Ellis has named 24 players for an almost two-week trip to Europe that will end the USA’s 2018 schedule with matches in two historic capitals, against Portugal in Lisbon and Scotland in Glasgow. Ahead of the challenging tour, Ellis spoke about her goals for the trip, bringing a larger roster overseas and continuing the work to end a remarkably Read more
WNT Oct 26, 2018

21 NWSL Players Complete First Module of U.S. Soccer C License

Thanks to a partnership between U.S. Soccer, Utah Royals FC, NWSL and U.S. Soccer Development Fund donors, 21 NWSL players took their first step towards gaining their U.S. Soccer C License. The C License is the first professional coaching step along the U.S. Soccer Coaching Education Pathway. Players representing all nine NWSL clubs took part in the first phase of the course from Sept. 30-Oct. 7. Read more
WNT Oct 23, 2018

A Hall for All: American Soccer's Treasure Chest

Fame is too small a word. It does no justice to what happens here in the National Soccer Hall of Fame, or what’s enshrined in its new walls. The grand opening, on Oct. 21 with the induction of the Class of 2018, was more than fireworks and high-tech wizardry. It was more than the red blazers and speeches. It was surely more than fame. In the Hall that night was decency and integrity. Fratern Read more
MNT WNT Oct 22, 2018
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2019 Road to France: By the Numbers

The U.S. Women’s National Team swept all five games at the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship to qualify for the 2019 Women’s World Cup and collect the 12th regional title in the team’s history. Here is a look at the USA’s World Cup Qualifying campaign: By the Numbers 0   Goals conceded throughout the tournament (5 games) 1   Number of U.S. hat tricks du Read more
WNT Oct 22, 2018

Dr. Bob Contiguglia: "2002 Put Us on the Stage"

It’s easy to put things like soccer into perspective when you’ve dealt with life and death. “After being in critical care situations, you know to manage when the occasional crisis pops up and those around you are getting a little too excited,” said Doctor Bob Contiguglia – MD, U.S. Soccer President from 1998 to 2006 and one of the men responsible for helping the Ameri Read more
MNT WNT Oct 19, 2018

Tiffeny Milbrett: "In My Heart and in My Blood"

Growing up in Portland, Oregon, an eight-year-old Tiffeny Milbrett sat in front of the family TV and marveled at the amazing athletes – track and field stars and volleyball greats – who competed in the Summer Olympic Games. In fact, she was so mesmerized by those Olympian feats that Milbrett not only fantasized about performing at the highest level possible, she made it a goal to compe Read more
WNT Oct 18, 2018
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Five Things to Know About Canada

The U.S. Women’s National Team will look to win its sixth Concacaf Women’s Championship title when it takes on Canada on Wednesday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. CT. The broadcast will likely start on FS2 and then switch to FS1 depending on the MLB Playoff game. The game will also be broadcast on UDN. Ranked fifth in the world, Canada has an 8-3-0 record in 2018 with the only losses coming to w Read more
WNT Oct 16, 2018

Cindy Parlow Cone: "Like a Kid in a Candy Store"

Cindy Parlow Cone’s path to the National Soccer Hall of Fame started with a decision she made as a 16-year-old – to leave Germantown High School in Memphis a year early and enroll at the University of North Carolina. “The whole reason behind going to UNC early was to try to make the 1996 Olympic team,” Parlow Cone recalled on the eve of her induction as part of the 2018 Nat Read more
WNT Oct 16, 2018

JP Dellacamera: “Inform, Educate & Entertain”

Broadcasting isn’t shooting the breeze at your local bar. Commentary is not casual. Or passive. Just ask JP Dellacamera, an iconic voice of American soccer who’s spent the last 30 years preparing detailed gameday charts, knowing when to amp up the energy in his voice in accordance with events on the field and, crucially, when to let the game action speak for itself. “It’s a Read more
MNT WNT Oct 15, 2018

With the World Cup Within Reach, It’s Business as Usual for the WNT

Finally, it’s come to this. The U.S. Women’s National Team is set to play Jamaica on Sunday, Oct. 14 (7 p.m. CT; FS1, UDN) in the semifinal of the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship with a ticket to the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup on the line. The biggest game of the last two years looms, and 90 minutes separate the U.S. Women’s National Team from earning a spot on Read more
WNT Oct 14, 2018

Five Things to Know About Jamaica

The U.S. Women’s National Team topped Group A at the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship after outscoring opponents 18-0 to book a spot in the crucial semifinal round. Now, the team is set to face Group B runner-up, Jamaica on Oct. 14 (7 p.m. CT; FS1, UDN), with the winner advancing to the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup Here are five things to know about Jamaica: JAMAICA WOMEN& Read more
WNT Oct 13, 2018
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WNT Downs World Cup-Bound Scotland 1-0 via Alex Morgan Goal to Finish Unbeaten 2018

PAISLEY, Scotland (Nov. 13, 2018) – The U.S. Women’s National Team completed an unbeaten 2018 after shutting out a gritty Scotland side, 1-0, on Tuesday night at The Simple Digital Arena. Alex Morgan’s goal in the 39th minute ultimately separated the sides. The USA had the lion's share of possession throughout the match, as Scotland dropped 11 players inside its own half for mos Read more
WNT Nov 13, 2018

Lineup Notes: USA Finishes 2018 vs. Scotland in Glasgow

USA vs. SCOTLAND Date: Nov. 13, 2018 Venue: The Simple Digital Arena; Glasgow, Scotland Broadcast: FS1, UDN  Kickoff: 2 p.m. ET Starting XI vs. Scotland: 24-Ashlyn Harris; 2-Emily Sonnett, 7-Abby Dahlkemper, 4-Becky Sauerbrunn, 25-Emily Fox; 8-Julie Ertz, 16-Rose Lavelle, 19-Crystal Dunn; 11-Mallory Pugh, 10-Carli Lloyd (capt.), 13-Alex Morgan Subs: 3-Samantha Mewis, 6-Andi Sullivan, 1 Read more
WNT Nov 13, 2018

U.S. WNT to Open 2019 in Europe Against World Cup host France on Jan. 19

The U.S. Women’s National Team will open its 2019 schedule in the country where it hopes to find success during the summer, taking on 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup host France on Saturday, Jan. 19 at Stade Océane in Le Havre (8:30 p.m. local / 2:30 p.m. ET on FS1 and the Fox Sports App).   France is currently fourth in the FIFA Women’s World Rankings and is one of Read more
WNT Nov 9, 2018

WNT Wins 500th Game in Program History with 1-0 Shutout of Portugal in Lisbon

LISBON, Portugal (Nov. 8, 2018) – The U.S. Women’s National Team won its 500th game in program history by defeating an organized and physical Portugal side, 1-0, to move its record to 17-0-2 on the year. Forward Jessica McDonald scored the game’s lone goal near the end of the first half, her first for the USA. The USA had most of the possession throughout the match, but Portugal Read more
WNT Nov 8, 2018

Lineup Notes: USA Takes on Portugal in Lisbon

USA vs. PORTUGAL Date: Nov. 8, 2018 Venue: Estadio António Coimbra da Mota; Estoril, Portugal Broadcast: ESPN2 Kickoff: 1 p.m. ET Starting XI vs. Portugal: 1-Alyssa Naeher; 25-Emily Fox, 7-Abby Dahlkemper, 4-Becky Sauerbrunn, 19-Crystal Dunn; 6-Andi Sullivan, 16-Rose Lavelle, 9-Lindsey Horan; 11-Mallory Pugh, 21-Jessica McDonald, 15-Megan Rapinoe (capt.) Substitutes Available: 2-E Read more
WNT Nov 8, 2018

Gallery: WNT Trains for Final 2018 Friendlies

The U.S. WNT trained in Portugal ahead of two November matches across the pond. The first comes on Nov. 8 vs. Portugal (1 p.m. ET; ESPN2) before the team heads up to Glasgow for its final match of 2018 against Scotland on Nov. 13 (2 p.m. ET; FS1, UDN).  Read more
WNT Nov 5, 2018

24 Players Called for WNT November Friendlies in Portugal and Scotland

U.S. Women’s National Team head coach Jill Ellis has named a 24-player roster for a two-game European tour that will see the USA travel to face Portugal in Lisbon on Nov. 8 (1 p.m. ET on ESPN2) and Scotland in Paisley on Nov. 13 (2 p.m. ET on FS1 & UDN) to wrap up its 2018 schedule. Ellis and her staff will name 18 players to the gameday roster for each match. READ: Jill Read more
WNT Oct 26, 2018

USA Defender Kelley O'Hara Undergoes Ankle Surgery

CHICAGO (Oct. 23, 2018) – U.S. Women’s National Team defender Kelley O’Hara has undergone an arthroscopic ankle procedure to remove loose bodies in her right ankle. The surgery was performed this morning in Atlanta and she will be sidelined for 8-12 weeks. O’Hara, who has 112 caps for the USA, started four games at the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship while playing Read more
WNT Oct 23, 2018

WNT Will Travel to Europe in November to Play Portugal and Scotland

CHICAGO (Oct. 23, 2018) – The U.S. Women’s National Team will go abroad in November to finish its 2018 schedule with matches against Portugal on Nov. 8 in Lisbon (1 p.m. ET on ESPN2) and against Scotland on Nov. 13 in Glasgow (2 p.m. ET on FS1 & UDN). These will be the first away games for the U.S. Women this year and the first trip to Europe since the summer of 2017 when the USA Read more
WNT Oct 23, 2018

Induction Weekend Enshrines 2018 Class at Home of New National Soccer Hall of Fame in Frisco, Texas

FRISCO, TEXAS (Oct. 20, 2018) – American Soccer Stars Brad Friedel, Tiffeny Milbrett and Cindy Parlow Cone as well as former U.S. Soccer President Dr. Bob Contiguglia were enshrined today as the 2018 Class in the new National Soccer Hall of Fame. MLS Commissioner Don Garber, a member of the 2016 HoF Class was also inducted, while legendary commentator JP Dellacamera was also honored with the Read more
MNT WNT Oct 20, 2018
US Soccer

USA Claims 2018 Concacaf Women's Championship Title with 2-0 Defeat of Regional Rival Canada

FRISCO, Texas. (Oct. 17, 2018) – The U.S. Women’s National Team finished a perfect 5-0-0 run and defeated Canada 2-0 in the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship title game on Wednesday night. It was the sixth regional title for the USA, which outscored opponents 26-0 in the tournament. Like in its previous four games, the USA found the opening goal inside the first 10 minutes of th Read more
WNT Oct 17, 2018
US Soccer

Lineup Notes: USA vs. Canada for the Concacaf Championship

USA vs. CANADA Date: Oct. 17, 2018 Venue: Toyota Stadium; Frisco, Texas Broadcast: FS2 & UDN Kickoff: 7 p.m. CT Starting XI vs. Canada: 1-Alyssa Naeher; 5-Kelley O’Hara, 7-Abby Dahlkemper, 4-Becky Sauerbrunn, 19-Crystal Dunn; 8-Julie Ertz, 16-Rose Lavelle, 9-Lindsey Horan; 17-Tobin Heath, 13-Alex Morgan (capt.), 15-Megan Rapinoe Substitutes Available: 2-Emily Sonnett, 3-Saman Read more
WNT Oct 17, 2018
US Soccer

Preview: USA Meets Canada in Title Match of 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship | Oct. 17 on FS1 at 8 p.m. ET

The U.S. Women’s National Team booked its spot at the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup by rolling past Jamaica 6-0 in the semifinal of the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship, and will now look to win its sixth Concacaf Women’s Championship title when it takes on Canada on Wednesday, Oct. 17 at 8 p.m. ET. The match broadcast will likely start on FS2 and then switch to FS1 depe Read more
WNT Oct 16, 2018

USA Qualifies for 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup with Big Win vs. Jamaica

FRISCO, Texas. (Oct. 14, 2018) – The U.S. Women’s National Team booked its spot at the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup by rolling past Jamaica 6-0 in the semifinal of the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship. It will be the eighth consecutive World Cup appearance for the USA, which has appeared in each of the previous seven tournaments that have been contested and winning in 1991 Read more
WNT Oct 14, 2018

Lineup Notes: USA Faces Jamaica with 2019 World Cup Berth on the Line

USA vs. JAMAICA Date: Oct. 14, 2018 Venue: Toyota Stadium; Frisco, Texas Broadcast: FS1 & UDN Kickoff: 7 p.m. CT Starting XI vs. Jamaica: 1-Alyssa Naeher; 5-Kelley O’Hara, 7-Abby Dahlkemper, 4-Becky Sauerbrunn, 19-Crystal Dunn; 8-Julie Ertz, 16-Rose Lavelle, 9-Lindsey Horan; 17-Tobin Heath, 13-Alex Morgan, 15-Megan Rapinoe (capt.) Substitutes Available: 2-Emily Sonnett, 3- Read more
WNT Oct 14, 2018

WCQ Preview: USA Faces Jamaica with 2019 World Cup Berth on the Line | Sunday, Oct. 14 | 8 p.m. ET on FS1, UDN

The U.S. Women rolled through group play at the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship with three dominating performances – a 6-0 victory vs. Mexico on Oct. 4 , a 5-0 win vs. Panama on Oct. 7 and a 7-0 win vs. Trinidad & Tobago – to secure its semifinals berth. The USA will now face Jamaica – the second-place finisher of Group B – on Sunday, Oct. 14 (7 p.m. CT; Read more
WNT Oct 12, 2018

WNT Tops Group A After 7-0 Win vs. Trinidad & Tobago at 2018 Concacaf Women's Championship

CARY, N.C. (Oct. 10, 2018) – The U.S. Women’s National Team concluded Group A play at the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship with a third consecutive dominating 7-0 victory against Trinidad & Tobago at Sahlen’s Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park on a rainy Wednesday night. Almost the entire match was played inside T&T’s defensive third as they pulled 10 player Read more
WNT Oct 10, 2018

Lineup Notes: USA Concludes Group A Play vs. T&T

USA vs. TRINIDAD & TOBAGO Date: Oct. 10, 2018 Venue: Sahlen’s Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park; Cary, N.C. Broadcast: FS1 & UDN Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET Tonight’s Starting XI vs. Mexico: 1-Alyssa Naeher; 5-Kelley O’Hara, 7-Abby Dahlkemper, 4-Becky Sauerbrunn, 19-Crystal Dunn; 8-Julie Ertz, 16-Rose Lavelle, 9-Lindsey Horan; 17-Tobin Heath, 13-Alex Morgan (capt.), 15-M Read more
WNT Oct 10, 2018

Depth Continues to be a Key to WNT Success

You’ll hear it from the players and from U.S. WNT head coach Jill Ellis: The talent on U.S. Women’s National Team runs deep. With 20 players on the USA’s roster for World Cup qualifying, the competition for starting positions is intense and productive. It’s a good problem to have. At no point has this been more obvious than through the first two games of the 2018 Conca Read more
WNT Oct 8, 2018

WCQ Preview: USA Looks to Win Group vs. T&T | Oct. 10 | 7:30 P.M. ET on FS1, UDN

With a spot in the semifinal round booked, the U.S. Women’s National Team enters its Group A finale against Trinidad & Tobago (Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m. ET on FS1 & UDN) needing a win or a tie to finish atop the group at the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship. Panama and Mexico both have three points, but Panama holds a slight edge in goal difference meaning a win or a tie for Pa Read more
WNT Oct 8, 2018

Lloyd Hat Trick Leads USA Past Panama 5-0 at 2018 Concacaf Women's Championship

CARY, N.C. (Oct. 7, 2018) – The U.S. Women’s National Team continued its 2018 World Cup qualifying campaign with another big victory, easily defeating Panama 5-0 at Sahlen’s Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park. The game was only the second between the teams at the senior level. The USA scored in the fifth minute on a set piece as a corner kick from Christen Press was headed home b Read more
WNT Oct 7, 2018

Lineup Notes: USA Meets Panama in Second Game of Group A in Cary

USA vs. PANAMA Date: Oct. 7, 2018 Venue: Sahlen’s Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park; Cary, N.C. Broadcast: FS1 & UDN Kickoff: 5 p.m. ET Tonight’s Starting XI vs. Mexico: 18-Ashlyn Harris; 2-Emily Sonnett, 7-Abby Dahlkemper, 12-Hailie Mace, 14-Casey Short; 8-Julie Ertz, 6-Morgan Brian, 3-Samantha Mewis; 11-Mallory Pugh, 10-Carli Lloyd (capt.), 20-Christen Press Substitute Read more
WNT Oct 7, 2018
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BTC: WNT Downs Portugal to Earn 500th Win in Program History

In this episode of Behind the Crest, Presented by Volpi Foods, U.S. WNT players share their thoughts on the winning culture of the U.S. WNT program before and after win No. 500. The U.S. Women played their first game in 1985. Read more
WNT Nov 12, 2018

BTC: As Year Ends, WNT Starts Road to World Cup

In this episode of Behind the Crest, Presented by Volpi Foods, the U.S. WNT’s last event of 2018 has brought the team to Portugal, where it began training camp with some physical testing that will help High Performance Coach Dawn Scott set a foundation for the players to hit the ground running in January on the road the 2019 Women’s World Cup in France. Read more
WNT Nov 7, 2018

The Journey: Crystal Dunn

The Journey is an original U.S. Soccer series that follows U.S. Women’s National Team players on and off the field as they work toward earning a spot at the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in France. In this episode of The Journey, Sponsored by Motrin, we meet up with Crystal Dunn in North Carolina, the state where her soccer career began, and where she now plays her club soccer with the NC Courage. We also speak with one of her mentors, the legendary Anson Dorrance, who has known Crystal for almost a decade. Read more
WNT Oct 31, 2018

BTC: “You’ve Got to Earn It” – USA Qualifies for 2019 WWC and Wins 2018 Concacaf Title

The U.S. Women’s National Team not only got the job done in Frisco, Texas, but did it in style, rolling through group play and qualifying for the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup by winning its semifinal match against Jamaica. The USA then won the 2018 Concacaf Women’s Championship by downing Canada in a tough title match. In this episode of Behind the Crest, Presented by Volpi Foods, U.S. WNT head coach Jill Ellis credits her players, her staff and the group of scouts in coming together to accomplish collective success. Read more
WNT Oct 22, 2018

The Journey: Ashlyn Harris

The Journey is an original U.S. Soccer series that follows U.S. Women’s National Team players on and off the field as they work toward earning a spot at the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in France. In this episode of The Journey, Sponsored by Motrin, we take a trip down memory lane with Ashlyn Harris - who as a 16-year-old started for the USA in goal at the inaugural 2002 U-19 WWC - and Mr. George Soper, one of the people who has always believed in her, even since her humble beginnings at Satellite Beach High in Florida. Read more
WNT Oct 19, 2018

U.S. WNT Travels to Texas Ahead of World Cup Qualifying Semifinal

WNT Oct 14, 2018

The Journey: Abby Dahlkemper

WNT Oct 5, 2018

U.S. WNT Poised and Prepared World Cup Qualifying Kickoff

The U.S. WNT has spent almost a week in The Triangle preparing intensely for the 2018 Concacaf Women's Championship being held in Cary, N.C. that will send three countries to the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup. Veteran Tobin Heath has been through this before, and knows as well as anyone the importance of preparation and performance in each game. Read more
WNT Oct 3, 2018

The Journey: Carli Lloyd

WNT Sep 12, 2018

BTC: Christen Press Celebrates 100th Cap in Hometown of Los Angeles

WNT Sep 7, 2018

WNT Plays the BFFs Quiz

They say they’re friends… but are they really? We sat down U.S. Women’s National Team players Julie Ertz and Crystal Dunn; Samantha Mewis and Rose Lavelle; and Alex Morgan and Kelley O’Hara, and put their friendship knowledge to the test. Read more
WNT Sep 3, 2018

BTC: U.S. Soccer’s High Performance Department is Maximizing the WNT On and Off the Field

In the last year-and-half, U.S. Soccer has invested in the organization and expansion of a high performance department which now includes 13 staff members for the WNT. The department is divided into three segments: medical, sports science and analysis. In this episode of Behind the Crest, Presented by Volpi, we hear from various members of the department, as well as U.S. WNT head coach Jill Ellis and midfielder Samantha Mewis, as they share how valuable these talented staff members are in the process of maximizing the performance of the U.S. WNT on and off the field. Read more
WNT Sep 3, 2018

Garden Time with Alex and Kelley

While training in California ahead of its first match vs. Chile on Aug. 31 (8 p.m. ET, ESPN2) at StubHub Center, U.S. WNT forward Alex Morgan and U.S. WNT defender Kelley O’Hara took a few minutes of their day and visited the local StubHub garden, where the two were able to pick some veggies and discuss some of their favorite greens. Read more
WNT Sep 3, 2018

The Journey: Lindsey Horan

WNT Aug 21, 2018

BTC: U.S. WNT Wins 2018 Tournament of Nations

WNT Aug 9, 2018

The Journey: Julie Ertz

WNT Aug 7, 2018

HIGHLIGHTS: USA's Second Half Fireworks Bring 4-1 Win vs. Brazil, First Tournament of Nations Title

WNT Aug 3, 2018

Behind the Crest: USA Opens #ToN2018 with Victory vs. Japan

WNT Aug 1, 2018

HIGHLIGHTS: Horan's Late Heroics Earns WNT 1-1 Draw with Australia at #ToN2018

WNT Jul 29, 2018
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