Mallory Swanson Returns to Chicago Stars After Maternity Leave
U.S. star Swanson available after maternity leave
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Mallory Swanson has been added to the Chicago Stars' active roster and is available for their upcoming match against the North Carolina Courage. After giving birth in November, Swanson returns to a team struggling at the bottom of the NWSL standings, having signed a long-term contract to stay with the club until 2028.
- 01Swanson last played for Chicago in the 2024 NWSL season before her maternity leave.
- 02She was a key player for the U.S. national team, scoring four goals in the 2024 Olympic tournament.
- 03Chicago currently sits in last place in the NWSL with only six points from nine matches.
- 04Swanson has scored a total of 23 goals for Chicago since joining the team in 2021.
- 05She debuted for the U.S. Women's National Team (USWNT) at age 17 in 2016.
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Mallory Swanson has been reinstated to the Chicago Stars' active roster following her maternity leave, making her available for selection in the upcoming match against the North Carolina Courage. Swanson, who gave birth to her first child in November, last played for the Stars in the 2024 NWSL season. A vital player for the U.S. national team, she scored four goals during the 2024 Olympic tournament, including the decisive goal in the gold-medal match against Brazil. The Stars have faced challenges in her absence, currently sitting at the bottom of the NWSL standings with just six points from nine matches and a league-worst goal difference of minus-14. Swanson signed a long-term contract with Chicago in January 2024, ensuring her presence at the club until the 2028 season. Since her arrival in 2021, she has netted 23 goals for the Stars. Swanson's journey with the USWNT began when she debuted at 17 in 2016, and she has since made a significant impact, scoring 38 goals in 103 appearances.
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Swanson's return could significantly boost the Chicago Stars' performance and morale as they seek to improve their standings in the league.
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