Trinity Rodman 'fine and in training' with USWNT after injury in SheBelieves Cup opener

Defender Lilly Reale returned to Gotham FC with a foot injury.

Published on Mar. 3, 2026

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U.S. women's national team head coach Emma Hayes said Tuesday that Trinity Rodman is 'fine and in training' after picking up an injury in a SheBelieves Cup match against Argentina on Sunday. Rodman, 23, was seen clutching her lower back and visibly in pain after colliding with an Argentinian defender. Hayes also provided an update on 22-year-old Gotham FC fullback Lilly Reale, who picked up a foot injury during the same match and had to be subbed off.

Why it matters

Rodman has had recurring issues with her back, which has left her 'in pain all the time' and unsure if she will ever fully heal from it. The USWNT is preparing for a crucial match against rival Canada in the SheBelieves Cup, and the team's health and availability will be crucial.

The details

Rodman was seen clutching her lower back and visibly in pain after 18-year-old Argentinian defender Milagros Martin collided with her as she attempted to receive a pass. Rodman spent several minutes on the ground receiving treatment and managed to exit the pitch of her own volition, but could be seen bouncing on her toes and jogging briefly near the touchline before subbing off. The USWNT, already up 2-0 at the time of Rodman's stoppage time injury, preserved their lead and won the match.

  • On Sunday, Rodman picked up the injury during the SheBelieves Cup match against Argentina.
  • On Tuesday, Rodman was with the rest of the U.S. team, participating in warm-ups and training.

The players

Trinity Rodman

A 23-year-old forward for the U.S. women's national team who has had recurring issues with her back.

Lilly Reale

A 22-year-old fullback for Gotham FC who picked up a foot injury during the match against Argentina.

Milagros Martin

An 18-year-old defender for Argentina who collided with Rodman during the match.

Emma Hayes

The head coach of the U.S. women's national team.

Casey Stoney

The head coach of the Canadian women's national team.

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What they’re saying

“We've had some new faces as well, new staff, and I think after three months we've had a lot of time to self-reflect, to reflect as a team. Casey was also very open in receiving feedback, but also giving us feedback. I think we've been very open to wanting to apply it.”

— Vanessa Gilles (Instagram)

“I think this will be a much tougher test. I know the team are very, very, very much prepared for that.”

— Emma Hayes, U.S. women's national team head coach (nytimes.com)

What’s next

The USWNT next faces its northern rival, Canada, on Wednesday evening in the round robin-style SheBelieves Cup tournament.

The takeaway

Rodman's recurring back injury is a concern for the USWNT, but her presence in training is a positive sign as the team prepares for a crucial match against Canada. The improved performance of the Canadian team also suggests the USWNT will face a tough test in their rivalry match.