US EditionUSWNT Roster: Naomi Girma Returns to the Squad and NWSL Veteran Lo'eau LaBonta Gets First Call Up
- On May 20, 2025, the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team announced a 24-player roster for matches against China on May 31 in Minnesota and Jamaica on June 3 in Missouri.
- This roster reflects changes due to injuries, pregnancies, and player availability, including Naomi Girma's return after injury and the absence of key forwards like Mallory Swanson and Trinity Rodman.
- New call-ups include defender Kerry Abello, who has played all 2025 matches for Orlando Pride, and veteran midfielder Lo'eau LaBonta, who could become the oldest debutant if she plays.
- Coach Emma Hayes praised Abello as "deserving of the call up" and highlighted efforts to balance youth and experience while using this camp to evaluate players ahead of the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.
- The selection underscores a transition phase for the team, emphasizing development and depth as key goalkeepers and experienced players have limited recent caps, requiring strategic evaluation during upcoming matches.
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Midfielder Lo'eau LaBonta highlights USWNT roster for upcoming matches
Midfielder Lo’eau LaBonta has been named to her first U.S. national team roster for matches against China and Jamaica. The 32-year-old LaBonta plays for the Kansas City Current in the National Women’s Soccer League and has three goals this season.…
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