Predicting USWNT lineup for first October friendly against Spain

Get a prediction for the starting lineup the USWNT will use in Saturday's friendly against Spain.

By Bryan Zarpentine · The American Pitch

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 12:00 PM

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Bryan Zarpentine predicts Emma Hayes will field her strongest available lineup against Spain on Saturday.
The match in Washington serves as preparation for November's CONCACAF World Championship qualifiers.
Injuries to Naomi Girma and Sam Coffey create projected starting opportunities for Tara Rudd and Claire Hutton.

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Writer Bryan Zarpentine projects Emma Hayes will field her strongest possible USWNT starting eleven for Saturday's friendly against reigning World Cup champions Spain. This fixture marks the team's return to action after four months and serves as preparation for the upcoming CONCACAF World Championship qualifiers in November.

With Naomi Girma and Sam Coffey sidelined by injuries, Zarpentine projects Tara Rudd and Claire Hutton to step into the lineup alongside regulars Tierna Davidson and Lindsey Heaps. The projected attack features Rose Lavelle, Trinity Rodman, Sophia Wilson, and in-form forward Ashley Sanchez earning her first national team start in two years.

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Predicting USWNT lineup for first October friendly against Spain

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