Breaking Down EVERY Position in the USWNT Roster Release

About this episode

Claire breaks down every position group in the USWNT roster release for their upcoming friendly matches against Japan.

In this weeks episode, Claire breaks down every position group in the USWNT roster release for their 3 game friendly matchup against Japan. Sophia Wilson and Tierna Davidson make their returns. Can Olivia Moultrie take her success with the Thorns to the National Team in a crowded midfield. Plus finding depth at outside back. Subscribe to The Late Sub to never miss an episode. Follow Claire on Twitter/X (@scoutripley) and sign up for the Just Women’s Sports newsletter at justwomenssports.com/newsletter/ Chapters: 00:00 Intro 04:40 Forwards 09:11 Midfielders 14:38 Center Backs 17:35 Outside Backs 20:27 Goalkeepers Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Add us on: Instagram…

People in this episode

Host: Claire Watkins

Topics covered

• USWNT roster analysis
• soccer positions
• women's sports
• friendly matches
• player returns

Keywords

• USWNT
• roster release
• soccer
• women's soccer
• player analysis
• friendly matches
• Olivia Moultrie

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Organizations: Just Women’s Sports

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