Soccer-Hayes brings fresh faces to January US women's training camp

FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - International Friendly - Women - England v United States - Wembley Stadium, London, Britain - November 30, 2024 United States coach Emma Hayes reacts after the match REUTERS/Dylan Martinez/File Photo

NEW YORK (Reuters) - United States women's national team coach Emma Hayes has called up an array of fresh faces for her January training camp, U.S. Soccer said on Tuesday, after long-standing veterans stepped down from international duty in 2024.

Former captain Becky Sauerbrunn and veteran Alex Morgan retired from the sport, while starting goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher stepped down from international duty but plans to play for her NWSL club team in the upcoming season.