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Naomi Girma's stellar defense bolsters USWNT at the Paris Olympics. 'No one can get past her'

Girma has been leading a U.S. backline at the Paris Olympics, anchored by goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher, that has allowed opponents just two goals the whole tournament

AUGUST 8 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

USWNT star Naomi Girma wants to 'Create the Space' for mental health in soccer

Naomi Girma is continuing to advocate for improved mental health services at every level of soccer.

MAY 22

Emma Hayes names first roster as USWNT head coach

Emma Hayes called up 23 players to the USWNT camp ahead of a pair of pre-Olympic friendlies, including a mix of well-known veterans and risi...

MAY 21

Naomi Girma voted 2023 U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year

Defender Naomi Girma was named U.S. Soccer's Female Player of the Year for 2023 on Thursday, becoming just the second Black player to win in...

JANUARY 11

USWNT ends year of drastic change with renewed spirit

After a cruel ending to this summer's World Cup, in which the Americans were ousted earlier than in any other major tournament in history, t...

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Wave standout Naomi Girma Named NWSL Defender of the Year Award is second in a row for San Diego's 23-year-old defensive star; she's also a finalist for NWSL MVP award

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Ready or not, the next generation of USWNT stars is here

Rising stars Alyssa Thompson, Jaedyn Shaw and Olivia Moultrie — all 18 years old — have an opportunity with USWNT during October training ca...

OCTOBER 25, 2023

'The kids are taking over': Young stars provide a solid foundation for USWNT

From Sophia Smith to Trinity Rodman to Mallory Swanson, the immense young talent for this United States women's team should reveal a pathway...

AUGUST 8, 2023

Why USWNT fans should no longer expect to win it all every time

Still a global force, the USWNT faces a new reality as the women's game has gotten stronger: a deep run every four years can't simply be ass...

AUGUST 6, 2023

World Cup NOW: No three-peat for USA, but this team left an unforgettable mark on sport

The World Cup NOW crew reacts to the USWNT's loss to Sweden and reflects on how this team helped grow the sport.

AUGUST 6, 2023

How does USWNT replace suspended Rose Lavelle?

The U.S. will face rival Sweden in the round of 16, which means Vlatko Andonovski is going to have to make big decisions for the USWNT to av...

AUGUST 2, 2023

'Basically, it's footy & coffee': Inside the USWNT's caffeine-fueled bonding

In dealing with the stress of pursuing a World Cup three-peat, this U.S. team views coffee not just as a pick-me-up but as a bonding ritual.

JULY 31, 2023

Sophia Smith, Naomi Girma keep late teammate in hearts, mental health in public's minds Sophia Smith, Naomi Girma and others are using the biggest moment of their careers to make sure late Stanford teammate Katie Meyer isn’t for...

JULY 26, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Alex Morgan on rare missed penalty kick: 'Glad to put that behind me'

Alex Morgan knows the USWNT won't be able to squander chances going forward, so her missed penalty kick in the opener definitely didn't sit...

JULY 25, 2023

Naomi Girma and Sophia Smith lead the USWNT's campaign for mental health at the World Cup The two longtime friends fulfilled their pledge to honor former Stanford teammate Katie Meyer when Smith scored her second goal against Viet...

JULY 24, 2023 • INQUIRER.COM

Women's World Cup 2023 highlights: USWNT tops Vietnam, 3-0

The United States opened its 2023 World Cup campaign with commanding win over first-timer Vietnam. Here are the top plays!

JULY 22, 2023

Which previous U.S. team inspired this USWNT? Look to 2015

It's a cycle: The '99ers inspired the 2015 United States squad. This year's team looks to the 2015 champs as role models.

JULY 19, 2023

Sophia Smith pays tribute to her late friend ahead of World Cup opener

USWNT star Sophia Smith talked about how losing her friend and former teammate Katie Meyer to suicide last year changed her perspective on l...

JULY 19, 2023

USWNT's Naomi Girma writes emotional piece on importance of mental health

In a moving essay, Naomi Girma paid tribute to her late Stanford teammate Katie Meyer and talked about joining FOX Sports in the Common Goal...

JULY 19, 2023

Women's World Cup roundtable: Who is the USWNT's most important player?

FOX Sports' soccer experts predict which players will lead the USWNT at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.

JULY 19, 2023