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Real Madrid publish their starting XI for a home La Liga clash with Getafe, with Courtois in goal and a backline of Trent, Rüdiger, Alaba and Carreras; midfielders Tchouaméni, Valverde, Pitarch and Güler; Vinicius and Gonzalo lead the attack, as Arbeloa rotates due to injuries. Getafe's lineup is listed as TBC. The match is on 03/02/2026 at 21:00 CET at the Santiago Bernabéu, broadcast on DAZN La Liga (Spain) and ESPN Deportes/ESPN+ (USA).
USWNT names a notably youthful, cap-light starting XI for Saturday’s friendly vs Paraguay at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, led by captain Trinity Rodman. Mandy McGlynn starts in goal, Reilyn Turner earns her USWNT debut and start, and the lineup is drawn entirely from 14 NWSL clubs, averaging 9.6 caps per starter—the lowest in 25 years.
Amid Senegal’s dramatic AFCON final and Morocco’s near-miss, The Ringer previews the 2026 World Cup build‑up, including a predicted USMNT starting XI (Freese; Richards, Ream, Robinson; Dest, Robinson; Adams, McKennie; Weah, Pulisic; Balogun) and accompanying stock-watch and award features shaping the tournament.
Chelsea and Palmeiras face off in the Club World Cup quarter-finals, with Chelsea's team led by Enzo Maresca and including returning star Nicolas Jackson, while Palmeiras's lineup features Weverton and Roque. Chelsea aims to advance to the semi-finals against Fluminense, after overcoming Benfica in the previous round, with key players like Reece James and Romeo Lavia preparing for the match.
The USWNT's starting lineup for the 2024 SheBelieves Cup final against Canada includes Alyssa Naeher, Abby Dahlkemper, Lindsey Horan, Sophia Smith, Tierna Davidson, Alex Morgan, Emily Sonnett, Sam Coffey, Crystal Dunn, and Emily Fox, with Lindsey Horan as captain. The lineup features four changes from the semifinal, with an average age of 28.3 years and 87 caps per player. Alyssa Naeher, Lindsey Horan, and Abby Dahlkemper are set to earn their 104th, 146th, and 82nd caps respectively, while Jaedyn Shaw will make her sixth international start.
The USWNT's starting lineup for the 2024 SheBelieves Cup semifinals against Japan includes Alyssa Naeher, Lindsey Horan, Alex Morgan, and other key players, with Lindsey Horan as the captain. The lineup features players with impressive international experience and achievements, including Alyssa Naeher's Golden Glove win and Mallory Swanson's return from injury. The team is set to face Japan in a highly anticipated match.
Atlanta United's regular starters are back for their home matchup against Chicago Fire, with center back Noah Cobb making his second consecutive start and Giorgos Giakoumakis two goals shy of the Golden Boot leader. All six players who missed last weekend's game due to international duty are available for selection, while Stian Gregersen is out due to a knee injury. The match can be watched on FOX, FOX Deportes, MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, or listened to on 92.9 The Game or SiriusXM FC Channel 157, with streaming options available on FOXSports.com and MLS Season Pass.
The USMNT's starting lineup for the Concacaf Nations League Final against Mexico includes Matt Turner, Sergiño Dest, Tyler Adams, Christian Pulisic, and others, with five changes from the previous match. The team is on a six-match unbeaten streak against Mexico, and coach Gregg Berhalter has a strong record in knockout matches. The match will be officiated by Drew Fischer of Canada, with five substitutions allowed in three different moments.
The USMNT's starting lineup for the Concacaf Nations League semifinal against Jamaica includes players such as Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Antonee Robinson, with notable absences due to suspension. The team's average age is 24 years and 186 days, and ten of the eleven starters were part of the 2023 Nations League winning squad. The match marks the first time since 2017 that no players under 21 will appear for the USMNT, and it will be refereed by Selvin Brown of Honduras.
The USWNT's starting lineup for the 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup final against Brazil includes Alyssa Naeher, Alex Morgan, Lindsey Horan, Tierna Davidson, and others, with Lindsey Horan as the captain. The team's average age is 27.6 years, and eight players previously faced Brazil in the 2023 SheBelieves Cup. Alyssa Naeher, Naomi Girma, Alex Morgan, Tierna Davidson, Rose Lavelle, Sam Coffey, and Crystal Dunn are among the key players in the lineup, with several players making their first starts in a competitive final for the USWNT.
The USWNT's starting lineup for the Concacaf W Gold Cup semifinal against Canada features Alyssa Naeher, Alex Morgan, Lindsey Horan, and other key players, with Lindsey Horan serving as captain. The team is using the same starting lineup as in the previous game, and the players have an average age of 25.9 years and 59 caps per player. Alyssa Naeher, Jenna Nighswonger, Naomi Girma, and other players are highlighted for their contributions and achievements as they prepare to face Canada in the semifinal match.
The USWNT's starting lineup for the Concacaf W Gold Cup quarterfinal against Colombia features Alyssa Naeher earning her 100th cap, with six different players from the previous group stage lineup. The team's average age is 25.9 years with 58 caps per player, and eight players in the lineup previously faced Colombia in October. Lindsey Horan captains the team for the 21st time, while Jenna Nighswonger, Naomi Girma, Alex Morgan, and Jaedyn Shaw also feature in the starting XI.
The USWNT's starting lineup for the match against Mexico in the 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup features several key players, including Alyssa Naeher, Lindsey Horan, and Crystal Dunn. The lineup includes seven different players from the previous match against Argentina, with Horan captaining the team for the 20th time in her career. The team's most experienced lineup in the tournament averages 29.3 years of age and 87 caps per player, with Sam Coffey being the only player without World Cup or Olympic experience. Alyssa Naeher is on the verge of reaching her 100th international appearance, while several other players are set to make significant contributions to the team.
The USWNT's starting lineup for their match against Argentina in the 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup features several key players, including Alex Morgan, Crystal Dunn, and Lindsey Horan. The lineup includes 10 different players from the team's previous match, with an average age of 27 and an average of 69 caps per player. Notably, Casey Murphy is set to make her 18th international appearance, while Jaedyn Shaw will earn her sixth cap. Trinity Rodman, who led the team with 10 goal involvements in 2023, also makes her first start of 2024.
The USWNT's starting lineup for the match against the Dominican Republic in the 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup features a mix of experienced players and those with single-digit caps, with Becky Sauerbrunn captaining the squad and Alyssa Naeher making her 98th international appearance. Notable inclusions are 18-year-old Olivia Moultrie making her first start and Korbin Albert earning her second cap. The lineup averages 27.6 years of age and 56 caps per player, with several players returning from injuries and making significant contributions in recent matches.