US Women's World Cup Roster 2019

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The 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup kicked off on June 7, and we're predicting this to be one of the most competitive Women's World Cups to date. The US women's team is going into the competition with a target on their back as they attempt to defend their 2015 World Cup title and secure their fourth World Cup title. The depth and talent of the US women's team will be tough to match with standout rookies and veterans strategically dispersed on the field. Ahead of the US kickoff, familiarize yourself with the 23 players representing the US.

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1. Megan Rapinoe

Position: forward
Number: 15

The powerful and energetic forward is outspoken, strong, and a champion for equal rights on and off the field. She's going into her first World Cup appearance as the co-captain, and we're excited to watch her rack up goals and assists.

2. Crystal Dunn

Position: defender
Number: 19

One of Crystal's biggest strengths on the field is that she can play every position; forward, midfielder, and defender. This is her first World Cup, and we know when she's on the field it's going to be difficult to stop her.

3. Mallory Pugh

Position: forward
Number: 2

Get ready to hear Mal's name nonstop from this point on. She's got speed and agility, and is a dominant force on the field. You won't want to take your eyes off of her.

4. Julie Ertz

Position: midfielder
Number: 8

Julie is one of the vets on the women's national team and a powerhouse on the field. This is her second World Cup, and we're looking forward to watching her dominate the field.

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5. Tobin Heath

Position: forward
Number: 17

Tobin is the nutmeg queen. Nope, not the spice. We're talking about when someone kicks the ball through the defencive player's legs. Needless to say, she's got great footwork and is hard to defend. This is Tobin's third World Cup appearance.

6. Abby Dahlkemper

Position: defender
Number: 7

Abby's got a winning record which is why we're glad she's representing the US national team. This is her first World Cup but she's got the skill of a veteran.

7. Tierna Davidson

Position: defender
Number: 12

Tierna is making her first World Cup experience as the youngest player on the team. She's got serious skill as a defender and will make it extremely difficult for the opposing team to get anywhere near the goal.

8. Morgan Brian

Position: midfielder
Number: 6

This is the second time Morgan will be playing for the US at the World Cup, and we're excited she's back on the team.

9. Adrianna Franch

Position: goalkeeper
Number: 21

Reaction time, agility, hand-eye coordination, and fearlessness are a few must-have traits of every great goalkeeper; Adrianna has all of them. This will be her first World Cup appearance and we're confident that if she's in the goal it's going to be hard to score on her.