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Rose Lavelle Crowned 2025 U.S. Soccer Female Player of Year

1/17/2026

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Rose Lavelle of Gotham FC was named the 2025 U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year.
She returned to the U.S. national team in June after ankle surgery.
She posted three goals and three assists in six matches for the national team.
Lavelle helped Gotham win the NWSL championship and earned 29.2% of the weighted vote.
Emma Hayes praised both players for their skills and resilience.

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Rose Lavelle of Gotham FC was named the 2025 U.S. Soccer Female Player of the Year.
She returned to the U.S. national team in June after ankle surgery.
She posted three goals and three assists in six matches for the national team.
Lavelle helped Gotham win the NWSL championship and earned 29.2% of the weighted vote.
Emma Hayes praised both players for their skills and resilience.