U.S. Women's National Team Star Elyse Wahi to Miss 2026 FIFA Women's World Cup Due to Injury
Updated:2026-03-12 06:38 Views:139### U.S. Women's National Team Star Elyse Wahi to Miss 2026 FIFA Women's World Cup Due to Injury
The United States women's national soccer team has announced that star player Elyse Wahi will miss the 2026 FIFA Women's World Cup due to a serious injury sustained in training.
Wahi, who plays as a forward for the U. S. women's national team, was injured during a recent practice session and is expected to undergo surgery to repair her knee ligament. The injury is considered a major setback for the team, which is preparing for its first major tournament since the Tokyo Olympics two years ago.
"This is a huge loss for our team," said head coach Jill Ellis. "Elyse is one of our top players and had been making significant contributions this season. We're deeply grateful for all the support we've received from fans and teammates."
The injury comes at a time when the U. S. women's national team is looking to build on their success from the Tokyo Olympics, where they finished second in the world and won gold medals in both the individual and team events.
Ellis has expressed confidence that the team can still compete effectively without Wahi, noting that several other players have stepped up to fill her role in recent matches. However, the absence of Wahi will be felt across the team, particularly in attacking play.
"We'll need to find ways to compensate for her absence, but I'm confident that we can do so with our talented group of players," Ellis added.
The injury to Wahi is not the only setback for the U. S. women's national team in recent months. Earlier this year, midfielder Morgan Brian also suffered an injury that required surgery and will likely miss the upcoming tournament.
Despite these challenges, the team remains optimistic about their chances of winning the 2026 FIFA Women's World Cup. With strong performances in recent matches and a talented roster, the U. S. women's national team is well-positioned to make a deep run in the tournament.
As the team prepares for the competition, fans will continue to support Wahi and the rest of the team, hoping that she will return to full health soon and be able to contribute to the team's success.