Emma Hayes, head coach of the U.S. women’s national soccer team, is returning to her hometown as her team takes a trip across the pond for an international friendly.
The USWNT is set to face off against England on Saturday at Wembley Stadium in London. It will mark the first matchup between both clubs since Oct. 7 2022, when England defeated the U.S. women 2-1 in a friendly at Wembley Stadium.
Hayes, a native of Camden, London, was named the head coach of the USWNT in May and successfully led the U.S. women to an Olympic gold medal at the 2024 Paris Games, the team’s first gold medal since 2012.
‘I’m a Camden girl. I’m so happy to be back in Camden,’ Hayes said ahead of the matchup. ‘You’ll probably see the smile on my face. This is my home and I’m very much looking forward to an amazing week with my team … and to coach at the iconic Wembley Stadium.’
Despite the excitement of being home, Hayes said, ‘It’s business come kick off.’
Here’s everything you need to know about the international friendly between USWNT and England:
When is USWNT vs. England?
The friendly between USWNT and England kicks off at Wembley Stadium in London, England on Saturday, Nov. 30 at 12:20 p.m. ET (5:20 p.m. local time).
How to watch USWNT vs. England?
The match will be broadcast nationally on TNT and available for stream on Sling and Fubo.
USWNT roster
The USWNT will be without its superstar trio of Sophia Smith, Trinity Rodman and Mallory Swanson, who will miss out on a pair of international friendlies in order to rest lingering injuries. Here’s the 24-player roster Hayes named for matches against England (Nov. 30) and the Netherlands (Dec. 3):
Goalkeepers: Mandy Haught (Utah Royals), Phallon Tullis-Joyce (Manchester United), Alyssa Naeher (Chicago Red Stars)
Defenders: Tierna Davidson (NJ/NY Gotham), Emily Fox (Arsenal), Eva Gaetino (Paris Saint-Germain), Naomi Girma (San Diego Wave), Casey Krueger (Washington Spirit), Alyssa Malonson (Bay FC), Jenna Nighswonger (NJ/NY Gotham), Emily Sams (Orlando Pride), Emily Sonnett (NJ/NY Gotham)
Midfielders: Korbin Albert (Paris Saint-Germain), Sam Coffey (Portland Thorns), Hal Hershfelt (Washington Spirit), Lindsey Horan (Olympique Lyon), Rose Lavelle (NJ/NY Gotham), Lily Yohannes (Ajax)
Forwards: Yazmeen Ryan (NJ/NY Gotham), Emma Sears (Racing Louisville), Ally Sentnor (Utah Royals), Jaedyn Shaw (San Diego Wave), Alyssa Thompson (Angel City FC), Lynn Williams (NJ/NY Gotham)
On Monday, goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher announced her retirement from international soccer. Saturday’s match in England and in the Netherlands next week will be her last with the USWNT.
England’s roster
England will also be missing some key players. Lauren Hemp underwent surgery on her knee, while Ella Toone and Lauren James were ruled out with a calf and ankle injury, respectively. Here’s head coach Sarina Wiegman’s 24-player roster:
Goalkeepers: Mary Earps (PSG), Hannah Hampton (Chelsea), Anna Moorhouse (Orlando Pride)
Defenders: Millie Bright (Chelsea), Lucy Bronze (Chelsea), Jess Carter (Gotham FC), Gabby George (Manchester United), Alex Greenwood (Manchester City), Maya Le Tissier (Manchester United), Esme Morgan (Washington Spirit), Millie Turner (Manchester United), Leah Williamson (Arsenal),
Midfielders: Laura Blindkilde Brown (Manchester City), Grace Clinton (Manchester United), Fran Kirby (Brighton & Hove Albion), Ruby Mace (Leicester City), Jess Park (Manchester City), Georgia Stanway (Bayern Munich), Keira Walsh (Barcelona)
Forwards: Aggie Beever-Jones (Chelsea), Chloe Kelly (Manchester City), Beth Mead (Arsenal), Jessica Naz (Tottenham Hotspur), Alessia Russo (Arsenal)
How many people are expected to attend USWNT vs. England?
A massive crowd of over 80,000 people is expected to be on hand. The largest crowd for a women’s game at Wembley Stadium is 87,192 for the European Championship final between England and Germany on July 31, 2022, which England won 2-1. Wembley Stadium, the largest sports venue in England, has a capacity of 90,000 seats.
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