USWNT Faces Japan: Starting XI Revealed for April 11 in San Jose
The U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) is set to face Japan on April 11, 2026. The match will take place at PayPal Park in San Jose, California. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:37 p.m. PT, with coverage available on TNT, truTV, Universo, and Peacock.
USWNT Starting XI for April 11
The starting lineup for the USWNT includes:
- Claudia Dickey (GK) – Cap No. 9
- Trinity Rodman – Cap No. 53
- Naomi Girma – Cap No. 53
- Lindsey Heaps (C) – Cap No. 174
- Sophia Wilson – Cap No. 59
- Rose Lavelle – Cap No. 119
- Sam Coffey – Cap No. 45
- Alyssa Thompson – Cap No. 30
- Gisele Thompson – Cap No. 8
- Emily Fox – Cap No. 75
- Kennedy Wesley – Cap No. 5
Available Substitutes
The team has several substitutes ready to step in:
- Avery Patterson
- Lilly Reale
- Emily Sams
- Lily Yohannes
- Jaedyn Shaw
- Ally Sentnor
- Olivia Moultrie
- Claire Hutton
- Emma Sears
- Michelle Cooper
- Phallon Tullis-Joyce
- Jameese Joseph
Key Players and Records
The USWNT’s starting lineup boasts an average of 56.3 caps among its players. Notably, eight starters have experience in FIFA Women’s World Cup or Olympic competitions:
- Lindsey Heaps
- Rose Lavelle
- Emily Fox
- Naomi Girma
- Trinity Rodman
- Sophia Wilson
- Sam Coffey
- Alyssa Thompson
Girma is the only player from the Bay Area in the starting lineup. This match marks a significant moment for the Thompson sisters, Alyssa and Gisele, as they will start together for the fourth time. Their previous record was previously held with the Mewis sisters.
Notable Appearances and Achievements
Several players are celebrating milestones:
- Lindsey Heaps will earn her 134th start and captain the team for the 42nd time.
- Rose Lavelle will make her 100th start, becoming the 31st player to achieve this milestone for the USWNT.
- Sophia Wilson, returning from maternity, will seek to score her first goal since October 2024.
- Alyssa Thompson is recognized as the Women’s Young Player of the Year by the London Football Awards.
Performance History
Dickey has a commendable record as a goalkeeper, having secured seven shutouts in her eight appearances. Gisele Thompson, who debuted in the 2025 SheBelieves Cup, also seeks to make a significant impact.
This match against Japan promises to be an exciting event for both teams and their supporters. The USWNT aims to showcase its skill and depth as they continue their journey on the international stage.
