USWNT leaving Smith, Rodman and Swanson at home for upcoming European matches

By ANNE M. PETERSON The Associated Press

FILE - From left; United States' Naomi Girma, Trinity Rodman, Crystal Dunn, Mallory Swanson and Sophia Smith listen to the national anthem ahead of a women's Group B soccer match between Australia and the United States, at the Marseille Stadium during the 2024 Summer Olympics, Wednesday, July 31, 2024, in Marseille, France. (AP Photo/Daniel Cole, File)[ASSOCIATED PRESS/Daniel Cole]

The dynamic U.S. women’s national team trio of Trinity Rodman, Sophia Smith and Mallory Swanson will not be available for upcoming matches in Europe. U.S. coach Emma Hayes announced her roster for friendly matches against England and the Netherlands. She left the three forwards off the 24-player squad because of lingering injuries that require rest. All three players were on club teams that made the National Women’s Soccer League playoffs. Rodman plays for the Washington Spirit, which will play in the league championship match on Saturday against the Orlando Pride.