The United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) is set to face Italy in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on December 1, 2025. The match will kick off at 7:07 p.m. ET at Chase Stadium. Fans can catch the action on TBS and HBO Max in English, and on Peacock in Spanish, while radio coverage will be provided by Westwood One Sports in both English and Spanish via Fútbol de Primera.
USWNT Starting Lineup Highlights for Dec. 1 Against Italy
The USWNT will feature a seasoned starting lineup as head coach Emma Hayes makes significant changes from their previous match. A total of five adjustments have been made, showcasing a mix of experienced players alongside emerging talent.
Starting XI
- Claudia Dickey (Goalkeeper) – 6 caps
- Jordyn Bugg (Defender) – 5 caps
- Naomi Girma (Defender) – 50 caps
- Lily Yohannes (Defender) – 13 caps
- Jaedyn Shaw (Midfielder) – 29 caps
- Kate Wiesner (Midfielder) – 2 caps
- Lindsey Heaps (Captain) – 170 caps
- Claire Hutton (Midfielder) – 11 caps
- Cat Macario (Forward) – 28 caps
- Alyssa Thompson (Forward) – 25 caps
- Emily Fox (Defender) – 71 caps
Notable Insights
- The average caps for the starting lineup is 36.6, reflecting a more experienced squad compared to recent matches.
- Three teenagers—Bugg, Yohannes, and Hutton—will start, indicating a commitment to youth development.
- Dickey is making her sixth appearance, having earned back-to-back shutouts in previous matches.
- Fox and Girma have made significant contributions in their recent club performances, with Fox nominated for prestigious awards.
- Macario enters the match in great form, having scored twice against Italy in a previous encounter.
Historical Context
This match marks another chapter in USWNT history, with three or more teenagers starting a game being a rare occurrence since February 9, 2000. Moreover, the lineup consists of 20 players from the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), showcasing the growing talent pool in U.S. women’s soccer.
As the USWNT seeks to solidify its position among the world’s soccer elites, all eyes will be on their performance against Italy. This match promises to be a showcase of skill, strategy, and the ongoing evolution of the team.
