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USWNT defeat Japan 3-0 in friendly
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United States
SheBelieves Cup
What did the USWNT learn ahead of World Cup after Japan series?
The USWNT just wrapped its window of three friendly games against Japan, but what did Emma Hayes learn ahead of the World Cup?
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Women's International Friendly
Wesley sparks USWNT to 3-0 victory over Japan
Kennedy Wesley recorded her first international goal to lead the United States to a 3-0 friendly win over Japan on Friday night in Commerce City, Colorado.
United States
SheBelieves Cup
What lessons can USWNT learn from loss to Japan?
Jeff Kassouf explains how the USWNT can build from its loss to Japan in an international friendly.
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Women's International Friendly
USWNT's 10-game win streak snapped by Japan
United States
SheBelieves Cup
Make-or-break questions the USWNT must answer before next year's World Cup
The Women's World Cup is barely more than a year away and USWNT coach Emma Hayes needs to use every match to answer some important questions.
United States
SheBelieves Cup
U.S. showed progress in win over Japan on Saturday
Jeff Kassouf breaks down the U.S. women's soccer team's win over Japan on Saturday.
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Women's International Friendly
Lavelle leads USWNT past Japan in San Jose friendly
Rose Lavelle had a goal and an assist and the United States won the first of three matches against Japan 2-1 on Saturday.
Women's International Friendly
Did Emma Hayes select the right USWNT squad to face Japan?
Ali Krieger reacts to Sophia Wilson and Tierna Davidson returning to the USWNT squad to face Japan.
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United States
SheBelieves Cup
Who are the best 21 women's players aged 21 or under in the world?
Welcome to the next generation of women's stars aged 21 or under, with representatives from the NWSL, WSL and across Europe.
United States
SheBelieves Cup
Sophia Wilson, Tierna Davidson are back with the USWNT
Jeff Kassouf reports on Sophia Wilson and Tierna Davidson being back with the United States Women's National Team.
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French Première Ligue
Why 'dream team' OL Lyonnes the right place for Lily Yohannes
Lianne Sanderson talks about Lily Yohannes' development alongside USWNT teammate Lindsey Heaps at OL Lyonnes after being named ESPN's 8th best U21 player.
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English Women's Super League
How has Alyssa Thompson adapted to the WSL with Chelsea?
Lianne Sanderson praises USWNT's Alyssa Thompson for her start at Chelsea after being named ESPN's number three ranked best U21 player.
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NWSL
Sophia Wilson rejoins USWNT for Japan matches
Forward Sophia Wilson and defender Tierna Davidson will return to the United States women's national team this month for the first time in over a year.
NWSL
Macario on San Diego move: No place like home
The San Diego Wave FC have officially signed United States national team forward Catarina Macario from Chelsea in an $8 million deal that, according to ESPN sources, is the biggest total contract value in the history of women's soccer.
NWSL
Denver sign Ryan, Sheehan from Houston Dash
NWSL expansion side Denver Summit FC has signed forward Yazmeen Ryan and midfielder Delanie Sheehan from the Houston Dash in a major trade one week into the 2026 NWSL season.
Soccer
USWNT transfer grades: Every American move, including record deals for Rodman and Macario
A bunch of USWNT stars have moved in-and-out of the NWSL and Europe on big-money deals. Let's grade them all!
NWSL
Sources: Macario signs with Wave in record deal
United States forward Catarina Macario has joined the San Diego Wave FC ahead of the NWSL's transfer window on what is believed to be the biggest total contract value in women's soccer history, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Top Headlines
- Most NWSL players oppose potential calendar flip
- Retired stars Bird, Rapinoe announce separation
- Long 1st WC champ to join USL Super League
- USWNT gets sneak peak at WC grass at Lumen
- Hayes hails U.S. evolution after 10th straight win
- Hayes: Wilson ready for U.S.-Japan triple-header
- Returning Wilson grateful for past USWNT moms
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Soccer Standings
| Group A | W | T | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 FRA | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
 USA | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
 NZL | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
 GUI | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Group B | W | T | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 MAR | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
 ARG | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
 UKR | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
 IRQ | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Group C | W | T | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 EGY | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
 ESP | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
 DOM | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
 UZB | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Group D | W | T | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 JPN | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
 PAR | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
 MLI | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
 ISR | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Group A | W | T | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRA | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
 CAN | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
 COL | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| NZL | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Group B | W | T | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
 GER | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
 AUS | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
 ZAM | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Group C | W | T | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESP | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| JPN | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
 BRA | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
 NGR | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
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Reigning Olympic champ Viktor Axelsen ends badminton career
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Last year, Florida was stunned in the NCAA gymnastics semifinals. This year, the Gators have unmatched depth -- and Tim Tebow's words of inspiration.
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Oklahoma's Faith Torrez wins NCAA gymnastics all-around title
Oklahoma's Faith Torrez made her all-around season debut Thursday night and defeated Olympic and world champions to claim NCAA gymnastics' highest individual honor.
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2026 NCAA gymnastics championships: Four teams advance out of semifinals
Florida, LSU, Oklahoma and Minnesota each advanced to Saturday's NCAA gymnastics final after a roller-coaster day of semifinals Thursday.
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How LSU's strength coach became the ultimate example of fortitude
In July, a Jet Ski accident caused the amputation of Katie Guillory's foot. But it only strengthened her drive when coaching LSU's gymnastics team.
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USA Surfing approved as national governing body ahead of Olympics
USA Surfing will be recognized as the official national governing body of the sport in America leading up to the Summer Olympics in 2028.
