A Spanish test and an attacking explosion: our writers’ US World Cup predictions

The defending champions are looking to win a third successive title. But injuries and some tough opponents stand in their way

Rose Lavelle. The team's creative No 10 hasn't played a competitive match in three months due to a lingering injury but was selected with the expectation that she's healthy enough to deal with stingy defensive teams. If she can perform near her usual level, she will unlock the rest of an already potent attack. JK