At just 18, rising soccer star Gisele Thompson has set her sights on making a name for herself on the global stage. Gisele is determined to join the U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) for the 2028 Olympics, and she isn’t shy about sharing her goals.
As she prepares to showcase her talent in the FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup, the younger sister of NWSL standout Alyssa Thompson has even bigger dreams. In a message that has caught the attention of fans and insiders alike, Gisele made it clear that she’s ready to fight for a spot on the national team.
“Being on the women’s national team is one of the biggest goals of mine,” Gisele said, according to a tweet from Kamran Nia. “Also, playing with Alyssa and making that 2028 Olympics year would be like a dream of not only me but my whole family.”
The USWNT is in a transition stage under Hayes
Gisele’s ambitions come at a time of transition for the USWNT, especially under the leadership of head coach Emma Hayes. With the team recently winning Olympic gold, Hayes is focused on building a squad that can continue to dominate on the world stage.
For young players like the Angel City young star, this means putting in top performances at every opportunity – and the Under-20 Women’s World Cup will be a critical audition for her.
The Thompson sisters aren’t the first siblings to dream of playing together on the USWNT. Sam and Kristie Mewis paved the way, with Sam retiring earlier this year, leaving room for new faces to step up. As Emma Hayes looks to inject fresh talent into the squad, younger players like Gisele are eagerly waiting in the wings.
Thompson will have to convince the HC
But getting into Hayes’ squad won’t be easy. The coach is known for picking her team on merit, and the competition is fierce. Veterans like Alex Morgan have already felt the pressure, with many speculating that Hayes prefers a younger, more dynamic roster. For Gisele and Alyssa, this could be the perfect opportunity to prove themselves as the future of the USWNT.
With defenders in their early 30s still holding key positions in the current squad, Gisele is ready to make her mark as a fresh, youthful option. And if her performances match her ambitions, she could soon find herself on the road to Olympic glory, just like the legends before her.
Only time will tell if Gisele can fulfill her dream of playing alongside her sister in the 2028 Olympics. But one thing is certain: she’s determined to give it her all.
