Naomi Girma’s return couldn’t have come at a better time. She was on the sidelines ever since she joined Chelsea following a million-dollar transfer because of multiple calf injuries. Despite being a star defender for the English club, she missed out on the spring international games this year. Even though she made a brief comeback in June, she sustained another injury that left her sidelined. But finally, as the USWNT prepares for upcoming friendly matches against Italy, she is back. And that sent a jolt of joy through the team, especially the USWNT coach, Emma Hayes.

Girma played an important role in the 2024 Olympics, helping the US team get the gold. With her return, the team is now a force to be reckoned with. Hayes reflected on Girma’s return and said , “I’m just so happy she’s b

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