This week Kathleen Gier is joined by Annie Peterson to discuss the USWNT’s performance against Spain and the new US Soccer training facility.
USWNT
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Mallory Swanson delivers late as US rallies in second half to earn draw against Spain
Ashley Sanchez scored and Kennedy Wesley continued her development
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In praise of Crystal Dunn
The IX Sports: Soccer Insider with Annie Peterson, Oct. 12, 2026
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Loss to Spain shows where US is still building ahead of 2027 World Cup
Plus, Wilson and Swanson continued their comebacks, and Dunn was celebrated in retirement
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U.S. Soccer and Emma Hayes’ big ambition
The IX Sports: Soccer Insider with Annie Peterson, Oct. 5, 2026
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Angel City show what they are capable of in draw with Gotham
Taylor Suarez’s late equalizer extended Angel City’s unbeaten run in the playoff hunt. Gotham secured a home quarterfinal
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8 NWSL stars who could earn a USWNT call-up this year
Which players are on Emma Hayes’ radar – or should be – ahead of the 2027 Women’s World Cup
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Mia Hamm knows a lot about playing in pain, and she wants that to change
Hamm: “I think a lot of the time, we’re asked to put others first, and this idea of, ‘Oh, we’ll get to it when we get to it’ — that doesn’t help anyone”
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One year out, what’s shaping the 2027 FIFA World Cup so far?
14 teams have already qualified, each with sky-high ambitions
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Referee López should be celebrated, and other takeaways from Fortaleza friendly
Brazil is known for playing aggressively, and the US stayed composed in the face of it
