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Helene Elliott: 'We're building that chemistry.' US women's soccer reinforces optimism heading into World Cup

U.S. forward Megan Rapinoe speaks during a press conference for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup United States Women's National Soccer Team Media Day at Dignity Health Sports Part in Carson, California on June 27, 2023.

SAN JOSE, Calif. — The shrieks and cheers that had filled the air all day followed members of the U.S. women's World Cup team as they left the field at PayPal Park on Sunday with a sendoff victory over Wales and a confidence boost, two key items on their preflight checklist.

They had a few basic objectives in their final game before they open World Cup play July 21 against Vietnam in Auckland, New Zealand. "No injuries, and focusing on some details," said Bellflower's , who earned her first national team cap with a dynamic performance as

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