‘Triple Espresso’ returns: Swanson, Wilson and Rodman reunite for USWNT friendlies against Brazil
The US women's national soccer team will see the return of the 'Triple Espresso' trio—Mallory Swanson, Sophia Wilson, and Trinity Rodman—for upcoming friendlies against Brazil. This marks their first appearance together since the 2024 Olympics, where they contributed significantly to the team's gold medal victory. The matches are set for June 6 and June 9 in Brazil, providing valuable preparation ahead of the World Cup qualifying.
- ▪The 'Triple Espresso' trio scored 10 of the USWNT's 12 goals during their gold medal run at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
- ▪Swanson and Wilson both took time off due to pregnancies, while Rodman dealt with injuries.
- ▪The USWNT will face Brazil in friendlies on June 6 and June 9, marking their first matches in Brazil since 2014.
Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
Trinity Rodman, Sophia Wilson and Mallory Swanson scored 10 of the USWNT’s 12 goals during their gold medal run at the Paris Olympics. Photograph: Brad Smith/ISI/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenTrinity Rodman, Sophia Wilson and Mallory Swanson scored 10 of the USWNT’s 12 goals during their gold medal run at the Paris Olympics. Photograph: Brad Smith/ISI/Getty ImagesUSA women's football team‘Triple Espresso’ returns: Swanson, Wilson and Rodman reunite for USWNT friendlies against BrazilTrio have not played together since 2024 OlympicsHayes names 23-player roster for matches in BrazilElla BrockwayWed 27 May 2026 11.00 EDTLast modified on Wed 27 May 2026 11.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleFor the first time since August 2024, the “Triple Espresso” frontline is back on a US…
Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at The Guardian — US.
Discussion
0 commentsMore from The Guardian — US
