Another U.S. women’s national team window is in the books. Which means there are now just five FIFA international breaks remaining until Emma Hayes will name her USA squad for the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil.

So, fresh off the USWNT’s three friendlies against Japan, the Full Time podcast gives their latest predictions on who is trending in and out of the roster.

Host Jillian Sakovits is joined by The Athletic’s Tamerra Griffin and Melanie Anzidei to analyze their 23-payer predictions. Who is leading the goalkeeper rankings? How much does Hayes value versatility in defense? What is the best midfield combination right now? Does there need to be more goal scorers in the forward core?

PLUS: The first round of Concacaf World Cup qualifying concluded during this FIFA window, and the last remaining eight nations now know their fates for November’s elimination tournament, including who the USWNT’s opponent will be.

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HOSTS: Jillian Sakovits, Tamerra Griffin, Melanie Anzidei

PRODUCER: Theo Lloyd-Hughes

VIDEO PRODUCER: Lia Griffin

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Emily Olsen

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Referenced on the show:

USWNT 2027 World Cup roster predictions 3.0: Wilson and Davidson return, a possible goalkeeper shift?

USWNT beats Japan 3-0, displaying dominance after Tuesday’s loss

Emma Hayes’ tricky balancing act as USWNT strive for that ‘secret sauce’

USWNT defender Gisele Thompson is finding her way alongside sister Alyssa

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