Starting XI Announced for January 24 Match in Carson, California
The United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) will face off in a highly anticipated match on January 24, 2026. This event takes place at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California, with an official kickoff time of 2:37 p.m. PT / 5:37 p.m. ET. Fans can watch the match on TNT, truTV, and HBO Max in English, or on Universo and Peacock in Spanish. Radio coverage will be available on Westwood One Sports in both languages.
USWNT Starting XI for January 24 Match
The USWNT’s starting lineup for this match includes a mix of experienced players and newcomers. The starting eleven is as follows:
- 18 – Mandy McGlynn
- 2 – Trinity Rodman (Captain)
- 4 – Kennedy Wesley
- 5 – Tara Rudd
- 9 – Ally Sentnor
- 10 – Lo’eau LaBonta
- 13 – Olivia Moultrie
- 14 – Izzy Rodriguez
- 15 – Claire Hutton
- 20 – Gisele Thompson
- 25 – Reilyn Turner
Available Substitutes
- 1 – Claudia Dickey
- 3 – Ayo Oke
- 6 – Emily Sams
- 7 – Riley Jackson
- 11 – Croix Bethune
- 12 – Hal Hershfelt
- 16 – Kate Wiesner
- 17 – Sally Menti
- 19 – Emma Sears
- 21 – Maddie Dahlien
- 22 – Yazmeen Ryan
- 26 – Jameese Joseph
Notable Player Stats and History
This match features a historic moment for the USWNT, as the starting XI boasts an average of just 9.6 caps per player. This statistic represents the lowest average for a starting lineup in 25 years. Additionally, Reilyn Turner will make her international debut, becoming the 286th woman to represent the USWNT.
- Trinity Rodman: 48 caps, returning for her first match since April 2025.
- Tara Rudd: 10 caps, has been a key player since 2025.
- Ally Sentnor: 14 caps, made her debut against England in 2024.
- Lo’eau LaBonta: 5 caps, starting for the first time.
- Olivia Moultrie: 12 caps, notable for scoring multiple goals in previous matches.
Player Backgrounds and Team Dynamics
The roster showcases players from 14 National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) clubs, with Seattle Reign FC and Washington Spirit contributing the most players. Trinity Rodman and Reilyn Turner, who start in attacking positions, have a history of playing youth soccer together.
As the match approaches, the excitement builds for fans and players alike, eager to see how the lineup performs on the field. This game marks a significant date for women’s soccer in the U.S.
