Hayes is using the October friendlies to form a side that more closely resembles the XI that will feature at the 2027 World Cup

Trinity Rodman is set to return to the U.S. women's national team as Emma Hayes has named a 26-player squad for the upcoming three-match October window. The U.S. will take on Portugal twice, and also play New Zealand during the window. With the call-up, Rodman returns to the USWNT for the first time since April after dealing with back issues.

Who's hot, who's not? GOAL ranks all 14 teams across the National Women's Soccer League

Who's hot, who's not? GOAL ranks all 14 teams across the National Women's Soccer League

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