USA's Sophia Wilson Returns After Nearly Two-Year Hiatus In Win ...
Sophia Wilson, after giving birth to her daughter Gigi in September, returns to the USWNT and the starting lineup for the first time since 2024.
www.kccrradio.comHere’s the latest on Sophia Wilson in soccer, based on recent reporting.
- Sophia Wilson has been active with the USWNT in 2026, returning to camp for April after giving birth in 2025 and balancing motherhood with international duty [ESPN/SI reports: USWNT inclusion and back in action in 2026].[3][7]
- She rejoined the Portland Thorns for the 2026 NWSL season on a record contract and has been highlighted as a key figure for both club and league, signaling a new era for player compensation in the league [Bet.com overview; Thorns page coverage: contract extension and return in 2026].[2][5]
- Her comeback has included match appearances and starting roles with the Thorns, including the season opener and subsequent fixtures, as she rebuilds match fitness after maternity leave [SI article on return to play; ESPN coverage of titles and honors references to 2024 Paris Olympic gold and ongoing impact].[7][3]
If you’d like, I can pull a few up-to-date headlines from today and summarize the key developments in a short timeline. Would you prefer a quick bulleted timeline or a compact table of clubs, competitions, and status?
Note: The information above reflects recent coverage from major outlets as of early April 2026. If you want, I can fetch fresh links and quotes for the latest developments. [ESPN/SI sources cited above; Bet.com and Thorns official pages provide contract details.]