Five players from the Chicago Stars have received national team call-ups for the February/March international window. Michelle Alozie will represent Nigeria, Aaliyah Farmer will join Mexico, and Julia Grosso will play for Canada. Jameese Joseph is set to compete with the U.S. Senior National Team, while Micayla Johnson will make her debut with the U.S. Under-19 Women’s National Team. These call-ups highlight the impact of the Chicago Stars as they prepare for upcoming competitions, including the SheBelieves Cup and World Cup qualifiers.

By the Numbers
  • Jameese Joseph scored her first international goal for the U.S. vs. Chile in a 5-0 win.
  • Julia Grosso participated in 11 matches for Canada in 2025, scoring 2 goals.
  • Aaliyah Farmer joined the Chicago Stars roster in early 2026 and made her debut in the Concacaf W Qualifiers in November/December.
State of Play
  • The SheBelieves Cup will start on March 1, 2026, with Canada facing Colombia and the U.S. taking on Argentina.
  • Michelle Alozie and Nigeria are preparing for friendlies against Cameroon on February 28 and March 6.
  • Micayla Johnson will compete against Wales, Czechia, and Portugal with the U-19 USWNT in Portugal.
What's Next

Following the international matches, the Chicago Stars players will return to finalize preparations for the 2026 National Women’s Soccer League season, starting March 15 against Angel City FC. Their home opener is scheduled for March 22 against the Kansas City Current.

Bottom Line

The national team call-ups for the Chicago Stars underscore the team's talent and potential as they head into a pivotal NWSL season. These international experiences are crucial for player development and will bolster their club performance.