Mallory Swanson (neé Pugh) is all but certainly missing this summer’s World Cup.

The superstar US Women’s National Team forward — who led the Stars and Stripes in scoring to start 2023 — suffered a brutal-looking patellar tendon tear during an April 8 friendly against Ireland. With a six- to 12-month recovery ahead of her, Swanson likely won’t see the field for the remainder of the season. Read More