USWNT Line Up Blockbuster Slate
The United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) has fielded criticism recently for not facing strong enough opponents, but they are making up for it with their end-of-year slate.
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United States (U.S) Soccer announced this week that the team will play Spain in October, followed by Germany in back-to-back November friendlies.
These games, combined with their huge matchup against England, mean the U.S. will go up against some of the best teams Europe has to offer.
England are the reigning European champions, No. 2 Germany are the Euro runners-up, and No. 8 Spain has excelled at the youth and club levels for years.
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The USWNT will travel to Europe in early October to play England and Spain.
Germany coming to the U.S. for games in New Jersey and Florida is significant, as the USSF has struggled to entice the world’s best to the States in recent years.
Reasons for that did involve teams’ Euros preparation, investment in domestic friendly tournaments, and uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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If fans want to know where the U.S. sits within elite company, these friendlies will offer a clear sign.
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Wins would provide confidence and losses a learning experience, as the reigning world champions get ready for 2023.
The World Champions failed to claim gold at Tokyo 2020 Olympics and recently claimed the CONCACAF Women’s Championships which qualify the team for Australia/New Zealand 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
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