Cristina Alexander

Now that, you know, Sophia and her moms are coming back, they have somewhat of a vengeance and more to prove than ever before.

So that's what's also very exciting is that we're seeing, you know, the best players in the U.S.

come back to the league.

And that's what fans and supporters really want.

But she looks confident, comfortable and really excited to get back to Chicago.

Yeah, and she mentioned that conversation she had with Emma Hayes as well.

Obviously, that's top of mind with the U.S.

Women's National Team, not only for Emma Hayes, but for Mallory Swanson herself.

We're approaching, obviously, the World Cup year, even though it's January 2026, but it's getting to that point, Allie.

I mean, what do you expect from her in her return and that impact that she can have with the national team, as you just mentioned as well, being part of the Triple Espresso?

Yeah, I think she believes it's a little bit too close for her.

Obviously, Josie was only born, what, two months ago, like she mentioned.

So, you know, you have to be careful and you have to just take your time.

And I'm assuming World Cup is definitely on the table for her.

And, you know, that's the decision that she and, you know, Emma have to make.

together, but it's definitely possible for her to return this season.

And it's going to be incredible to see her back, you know, at full strength.

And I think motherhood has given her a different perspective, like she said.

And I think she really wants to bring a championship back to Chicago.

I think that's the goal, talking to a lot of the other players like Jamis.