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Hutton, Heaps impress but defensive miscues raise concerns

Claire Hutton and Lindsey Heaps provided control in midfield, but defensive miscues proved costly as the USWNT fell to Japan in a key evaluation match under Emma Hayes.

United States v Japan - International Friendly

Tullis-Joyce struggles mightily as rotated USWNT lose to Japan

The USWNT fell 1-0 to Japan on Tuesday at Lumen Field in Seattle, snapping a 10-game winning streak in their second match of the international window. USWNT head coach Emma Hayes’ rotated XI, captained by Claire Hutton, struggled for rhythm throughout, while goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce conceded early. The Americans return to action on April 17.

The most expensive transfers in women's football history - listed

Chelsea, Arsenal, the Orlando Pride and the London City Lionesses all broke the world record in 2025 alone, as spending in the women's game grows

Dickey’s big saves for USWNT vs Argentina strengthen No. 1 case

In a match defined by cheap shots and chaos, Jaedyn Shaw scored, Claudia Dickey delivered, and Lindsey Heaps kept the USWNT steady.

Bring on 2026: New Year's resolutions for USMNT and USWNT

The World Cup year has arrived. GOAL breaks down the New Year’s resolutions for Pochettino, Hayes, Pulisic, the USMNT and the USWNT as 2026 begins.

Grading USWNT 2025 transfers: From Thompson to Fishel

GOAL grades the biggest USWNT-related transfers, including Alyssa Thompson, Mia Fishel, Ally Sentnor and Jaedyn Shaw.

USWNT Stock Up, Stock Down: Macario unstoppable, Thompson quiet

Several players showed up for the pair of friendlies vs. Italy, led by Cat Macario's three goals, Jaedyn Shaw's first goal on the year, and a two-game shutout from Claudia Dickey.

United States v Italy - International Friendly

Macario and Shaw put on show to close USWNT's 2025 with a win

Cat Macario and Jaedyn Shaw put on a show to help secure a win in the USWNT's final match of 2025.

Emma Hayes Alyssa Thompson Jaedyn Shaw USWNT

With gold in bank, Hayes to give Shaw, Thompson opportunities

While this camp features stars that made up the Olympic team, the U.S. coach will also look to younger players to break through

Why trade to Courage is right move, right time for Shaw

Following in the footsteps of Lynn Williams, Jessica McDonald and Crystal Dunn, Shaw joins Courage as next big star

Shaw, Williams and the five biggest NWSL offseason transfers

It's been a wild offseason across the NWSL, and INDVISA looks at the biggest transfers and signings across the league

Unsurprisingly, USWNT's Smith shines even in limited minutes

As displayed in a victory over Iceland, Hayes' current USWNT roster is shaping up to be packed with prolific strikers

Move of the Week: Shaw boasts a skillset that's all her own

Shaw's skills on display as INDIVISA, the NWSL and e.l.f. launch a nationwide competition for next generation of changemakers

United States v Australia - 2025 SheBelieves Cup

Gotham finalize league record $1.25M Shaw signing

The former San Diego and North Carolina midfielder has officially agreed a $1.25M move to Gotham

Germany v USA - Women's Under-23 International Friendly

USWNT star Shaw to join NJ/NY Gotham FC in NWSL record trade

USWNT star Jaedyn Shaw is set to complete an NWSL record transfer to NJ/NY Gotham FC from the North Carolina Courage. The Bats have reportedly agreed to pay a fee of $1.25 million for Shaw, which is more than double the previous record set less than a month ago when the Kansas City Current signed Ally Sentnor.