Trinity Rodman and Casey Krueger of the United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) will face Brazil in the gold medal match of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris on Saturday.
Fans of the Washington Spirit are invited to support the team at a watch party at The Bullpen in Navy Yard, kicking off at 11 a.m. EDT on Saturday. This event promises an exciting atmosphere reminiscent of last summer’s FIFA Women’s World Cup gatherings. Interested attendees are encouraged to RSVP.
In their recent semifinal match, Rodman and Krueger played pivotal roles in a 1-0 victory over Germany after extra time. Rodman has been a standout performer throughout the tournament, scoring three goals and providing one assist in her first four matches. She has earned 45 caps with the national team, while Krueger has played 55 matches.
At just 22 years old, Rodman has impressed in 2024, showcasing her quickness and skill on the field with the Spirit. This season, she has contributed five goals and four assists across 15 matches. Krueger, a seasoned player, has anchored the Spirit’s defense through several strong performances, including four shutouts.
Following the Olympics, the Spirit will host the inaugural Spirit International Friendlies at Audi Field, featuring top English clubs Arsenal and Chelsea. The Spirit will play Arsenal on August 18, followed by a doubleheader on August 25, where they will face the Kansas City Current before the English teams compete against each other for the first time in the U.S. Tickets for these events are available online. Fans can also purchase 2024 Spirit jerseys and merchandise at the official website.
The Washington Spirit, established on November 21, 2012, is the premier professional women’s soccer team in Washington, D.C., and competes in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). Known for its talented roster, the Spirit has a rich history of success at both the club and national levels and has debuted a strong group of rookies this year. For more details, fans can visit the Spirit’s website and follow them on social media.