Trinity Rodman, out due to injury: When will the star of women’s soccer return?
American forward Trinity Rodman, a key figure for the Washington Spirit, is currently out of the fields due to a grade 1 medial collateral ligament (MCL) sprain. This was confirmed by the team’s coach, Adrian Gonzalez. The news has generated uncertainty about her participation in the upcoming matches of the United States women’s national team (USWNT).
No specific timeframe has been set for her return, which keeps fans and the coaching staff in suspense. Rodman is expected to miss the upcoming USWNT matches against Portugal and New Zealand, due to the injury suffered earlier this week. The coaching staff of the US national team has not yet confirmed Rodman’s absence.
Rodman’s injury occurred on Wednesday, a few hours after her return to the national team was announced following a six-month absence. USWNT coach Emma Hayes expressed her enthusiasm for having Rodman back in the squad.
She is one of the best players in the world, and we have had to play without her for more than a year.
Emma Hayes
Rodman had to leave the field in tears during the match against Monterrey in the Concacaf W Champions Cup. She was forced to leave the field unable to support her right leg and was later seen with crutches and a full knee brace.Trinity Rodman reacciona después de lesionarse y salir del partido en la primera parte del partido del Washington Spirit con Monterrey.
Jamie Sabau-Imagn ImagesCoach Gonzalez reported that Rodman has started rehabilitation and that the results obtained are positive. “It’s not as serious as it could have been. Now he’s starting rehabilitation,” Gonzalez added.
The Washington Spirit’s victory on Wednesday secured their place in next year’s regional championship semi-finals, which serves as a qualifier for the upcoming FIFA club competitions. Rodman’s situation for the NWSL playoffs is also uncertain, with two games remaining in the regular season. The playoffs will begin on November 7 and the NWSL final will be played on November 22.
Rodman has dealt with a recurring back injury for over a year. Her appearance with the USWNT in April, where she scored six minutes into a 2-0 victory over Brazil, is her only international appearance since the Olympic gold medal match in August 2024.
The Spirit secured second place in the NWSL playoffs for the second consecutive season. Last year, Washington finished second in the regular season and was runner-up to Orlando Pride in the NWSL Championship.
The team’s technical staff is focused on Rodman’s recovery and providing him with the necessary support for his prompt recovery. The United States selection will face Portugal on October 23 in Chester, Pennsylvania, and on October 26 in East Hartford, Connecticut. The team will close the window against New Zealand in Kansas City on October 29.
