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The USWNT faced Japan in a three-match series, showcasing young talent and significant milestones. Key highlights include Kennedy Wesley's standout performance, Claire Hutton becoming the youngest captain since 2001, and Rose Lavelle celebrating her 100th match.
It was game three when San Diego Wave center-back Kennedy Wesley entered the match from the bench at halftime and delivered the performance of her life. She was a planned substitute for Tierna Davidson and had a tremendous impact on the matchâs outcome, contributing to the three goals scored in Colorado. She assisted in Naomi Girmaâs goal only two minutes into the second half. Almost 10 minutes later, she intercepted a pass to launch the counterattack that led to Rose Lavelle scoring. The cherry on top happened in the 64th minute when she scored her first goal with the national team, with âs assist.
Kennedy Wesley had a standout performance, contributing significantly in game three, while Rose Lavelle celebrated her 100th match with a goal and an assist.
Claire Hutton became the youngest player to start a match as USWNT captain since 2001 during the series against Japan.
Lindsey Heaps reached 170 caps and scored her 40th goal for the USWNT during the series against Japan.
Sophia Wilson returned after maternity leave, and Tierna Davidson made her comeback after recovering from an ACL injury.

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The Bay FC midfielder cemented her place in the squad in this series. Although she played a few minutes in game 1, she had the privilege of receiving the captainâs armband in game 2 in Seattle. In this way, she became the youngest player to start a match as a USWNT captain since 2001. The final score wasnât good. Actually, it was the only match the US lost in this series. However, since coach Emma Hayes decided to go with rotation in this one, she had to lead a very young team against the Asian champions. The young midfielder started in game 3 and nearly scored in the same match but hit the crossbar.
USWNT captain, Lindsey Heaps, also reached a milestone in this series. The No.10 not only boasts 170 caps with the national team but she also reached 40 goals donning the USA jersey. The Olympique Lyonnais player and Champions League winner is expected to join the Denver Summit in June and bring all that scoring prowess and leadership to the expansion club.
A 100th match celebration for Rose Lavalle couldnât have been written in a better way! It was Game 1 and the midfielder scored in the 8th minute. Not only that but she also provided an assist later on that game.
This international break saw the return of Sophia Wilson after being absent due to maternity leave. The Portland Thornsâ striker played 60 minutes in San JosĂ© and contributed to the 2-1 win. Wilson didnât suit up for game 2 but she did in game 3, logging 25 minutes in the 3-0 victory. Added to Wilson, defender Tierna Davidson came back after more than a year. The Gotham player had to sit out after tearing her ACL in March 2025 and made her return with the national team in game 2, where she registered 25 minutes after entering the match in the 65th minute. Davidson made her first start of the year in game 3 where she logged 45 minutes. Stanford graduates were a big part of this series, with Wilson and Davidson among them. Added to that, we mentioned already Girma and Wesley, both Cardinal as well, who combined to open the score in game three.