After falling behind to Spain 2-0, the USWNT rallied to a draw with the world No. 1
Mallory Swanson
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Mallory Swanson delivers late as US rallies in second half to earn draw against Spain
Ashley Sanchez scored and Kennedy Wesley continued her development
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Loss to Spain shows where US is still building ahead of 2027 World Cup
Plus, Wilson and Swanson continued their comebacks, and Dunn was celebrated in retirement
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Chicago’s abysmal season is not the worst in NWSL history. Does it matter?
The team isn’t the worst the NWSL has ever seen, but its 2026 season has been demoralizing nonetheless
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The IX Sports Podcast Soccer Edition: What’s wrong with the Chicago Stars?
This week on The IX Sports Podcast Soccer Edition, host Kathleen Gier is joined by Chicago Stars FC writer Lesley Ryder to discuss what, exactly, has gone wrong in Chicagoland.
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The IX Sports Podcast Soccer Edition: Gotham’s new stadium, Chicago shines in NWSL return
With the NWSL back from a break, host Kathleen Gier breaks down which teams are on the up — and outs — heading into the back half of the season.
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Triple Espresso is ready for Brazil: Trinity Rodman, Sophia Wilson and Mallory Swanson reunite
The group is back in USWNT camp together for the first time since the 2024 Paris Olympic Games
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The IX Sports Podcast | USWNT prepares for physical Brazil friendlies and Mallory Swanson returns
Host Kathleen Gier walks listeners through the latest USWNT roster drop, shares clips from coach Emma Hayes’ press conference and updates listeners on where NWSL teams stand ahead of the summer break.
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Mallory Swanson returns to USWNT roster, completes ‘Triple Espresso’ front line
Emma Hayes: ‘Few challenges in women’s international soccer compare to facing Brazil in Brazil’
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Mallory Swanson returns to the Stars, just when they need her most
The IX Sports: Soccer Insider with Annie Peterson, May 18, 2026
