Women's World Cup 2023: All you need to know about the USA
USA undoubtedly go into this World Cup as favourites to lift the trophy.
They are also chasing a record third successive triumph, something no nation has achieved on either the women's or men's global stage.
However, the United States squad is in transition, with 2019 Golden Boot winner Megan Rapinoe likely to play a peripheral role.
Regardless, they are expected to soar through Group E with ease as they look to make history in Australia and New Zealand.
USA vs Vietnam (Saturday, July 22, 2am)
USA vs Netherlands (Thursday, July 27, 2am)
Portugal vs USA (Tuesday, August 1, 8am)
The US dominated World Cup qualifying, winning all three matches in a group with Jamaica, Haiti, and Mexico.
They finished top of the table with maximum points — three ahead of the next best side Jamaica.
The standout result was a 5-0 victory against the Reggae Girlz, with Sophia Smith bagging a brace in an impressive display.
GK: Alyssa NaeherRB: Emily FoxCB: Alana Cook CB: Naomi Girma LB: Crystal Dunn CDM: Julie Ertz CM: Rose Lavelle CM: Lindsey Horan RW: Sophia Smith ST: Alex Morgan LW: Trinity Rodman
Alex Morgan has been a mainstay in this US side since her debut in 2010 — and continues to be at 33.
She remains their chief goal threat and has proven herself a clinical scorer on the international stage, having netted 121 goals in 216 games for her country.
Morgan also remains a crucial player at club level for San Diego Wave and could be the one to make the difference for the US in decisive moments.
The return of Julie Ertz is a big boost for the US.
She missed a number of seasons through injury and pregnancy but her return to the middle of the park will help a midfield that has occasionally looked disjointed.
At the 2019 World Cup, she made an
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