USWNT vs. Ireland: Match Preview
The U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) is set to face Ireland in a significant friendly match on Thursday night at DSG Park, Commerce City, Colorado. The stakes are particularly high as players aim to secure their spots in head coach Emma Hayes’ future plans.
Key Details
- Date: June 26, 2025
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Location: DSG Park, Commerce City, Colorado
- TV: TBS
- Live Stream: Max
- Odds: USA -600, Draw +525, Ireland +1100
Insights on the Teams
The match against Ireland marks the start of a series of friendlies for the USWNT, which also includes a matchup against Canada. Coach Hayes has called up a 25-player roster that includes both returning players from injuries, such as Rose Lavelle and Croix Bethune, and some new faces. The focus for this year is on evaluating talents ahead of the 2027-28 cycle.
Hayes said: “This year is vital for assessing our player pool leading into the 2027-28 cycle.”
Ireland, under coach Carla Ward, views the friendly as a crucial step as they prepare for the UEFA Nations League. They aim to harness this opportunity against the world’s top-ranked team to better their squad.
Pedigree in Previous Meetings
The USWNT’s last encounter with Ireland resulted in two narrow victories in 2023, with scores of 2-0 and 1-0. Major players like Mallory Swanson did not participate in the recent camps due to injuries.
Looking Ahead
Both teams come in with a younger roster, fitting into an evolving strategy for both coaching staffs. The emphasis on development remains high, especially for the USWNT as they gear up for World Cup qualifiers.
Final Prediction
- Predicted Score: USA 2 - Ireland 0
Stay tuned for more as the US Women’s team begins this promising summer window!
