USWNT stars Yohannes and Girma acknowledge shared heritage in UWCL
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 7:02 AM
Last updated Nov 10, 2026
Lily Yohannes of OL Lyonnes recognized the influence of her USWNT teammate Naomi Girma during a UWCL event. Yohannes highlighted the significance of their East African roots and the example Girma sets both on and off the field. This acknowledgment comes as both players aim to make an impact in the current tournament.
- •Lily Yohannes plays for OL Lyonnes in the UWCL.
- •Yohannes praised Naomi Girma's impact on and off the field.
- •Both players share East African heritage.
- •Yohannes emphasized the importance of their cultural roots.
- 7:02 AMESPN Soccer — USWNT stars Yohannes, Girma bring Habesha vibes to UWCL
"OL Lyonnes and USWNT midfielder Lily Yohannes paid tribute to international teammate Naomi Girma for the example she has set on and off the pitch, emphasising the importance of their shared roots in East Africa.
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