Julie Ertz returns to US team for 2 friendlies with Ireland

Julie Ertz has been named to the U.S. roster for a pair of upcoming matches against Ireland after taking time off for the birth of her son. Ertz has not played for the United States since the bronze medal-winning victory over Australia at the Tokyo Olympics. She and husband Zach Ertz, who plays for the NFL's Arizona Cardinals, welcomed son Madden last August. Ertz was among 26 players named to the roster announced Tuesday by coach Vlatko Andonovski. The United States first plays Ireland on April