(Reuters) - Midfielder Julie Ertz made a surprise return to the United States squad on Tuesday for their final two international friendlies ahead of the Women's World Cup this summer, following an extended absence after she gave birth to her first child.
The April 8 and April 11 matches against Ireland represent the last chance for players to show they deserve a ticket to Australia and New Zealand, where the defending champions begin their quest for an unprecedented third consecutive title.
It will be the first time the 30-year-old has played in a professional capacity since the 2020 Tokyo Olympics , where the U.S. came away with bronze.
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