Kylian Mbappé “knows what he has to do” in his first Clásico, Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Friday, backing the star forward to deliver in this weekend’s top-of-the-table LaLiga clash.
There’s no denying that Jaedyn Shaw, Mia Fishel and Alyssa Thompson are the future of the USWNT but, when given the opportunity to shine, it’s clear they can also be the present.
The USWNT talent pool runs deep, with the trio of Trinity Rodman, Sophia Smith and Mallory Swanson all prominent in their Olympic win. But how does the top 50 look as Emma Hayes continues to plan for the 2027 World Cup?