Saturday’s Starting XI & Lineup Notes in Carson, California

The U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) faced off against New Zealand on January 24, 2026, in Carson, California. The match took place at Dignity Health Sports Park, with a kickoff time set for 2:37 p.m. PT (5:37 p.m. ET). The game was broadcast in English on TNT, truTV, and HBO Max, while Universo and Peacock provided Spanish coverage. Fans could also listen to the action live on Westwood One Sports, available in both English and Spanish via Fútbol de Primera.

Starting XI Overview

The starting lineup for this match marked a historic moment, with an average of just 9.6 caps per player—the lowest in 25 years. This broke the previous record set on October 29, 2025, against New Zealand, where the average was 17.3 caps per player. The current lineup’s cap total is significantly lower, at 55% than the previous 25-year lowest average.

• Starting XI:
  • 27 – Mandy McGlynn
  • 2 – Trinity Rodman (Captain)
  • 4 – Kennedy Wesley
  • 5 – Tara Rudd
  • 9 – Ally Sentnor
  • 10 – Lo’eau LaBonta
  • 13 – Olivia Moultrie
  • 14 – Izzy Rodriguez
  • 15 – Claire Hutton
  • 20 – Gisele Thompson
  • 25 – Reilyn Turner
• Available Substitutes:
  • 1 – Claudia Dickey
  • 3 – Ayo Oke
  • 6 – Emily Sams
  • 7 – Riley Jackson
  • 11 – Croix Bethune
  • 12 – Hal Hershfelt
  • 16 – Kate Wiesner
  • 17 – Sally Menti
  • 19 – Emma Sears
  • 21 – Maddie Dahlien
  • 22 – Yazmeen Ryan
  • 26 – Jameese Joseph
• Players Not Dressing:
  • Jordan Silkowitz
  • Jordyn Bugg
  • Sam Meza

Significant Milestones

This match was notable for several players:

• Reilyn Turner made her USWNT debut, becoming the 286th woman to earn a cap.
• Lo’eau LaBonta received her first start, marking her fifth appearance.
• Trinity Rodman, returning after significant time away, achieved her 48th cap.
• Mandy McGlynn recorded her fifth cap at the senior level, also notable for being the 27th goalkeeper in team history.

Debut and History

Turner’s emergence marked her first start and further highlighted her impressive scoring record from previous seasons, where she netted six goals and assisted once for her club. This match continued a shifting trend, with 16 players receiving their USWNT debut in 2025, a record number since the inception of the program.

The roster, composed exclusively of NWSL players, reflects a shift towards local talent. Clubs like Seattle Reign FC and Washington Spirit contributed the most players, showcasing the league’s growing influence on the national team.

This match set a new standard for the USWNT, blending fresh talent with established players as they aimed to build depth and continuity heading into future competitions.