Swanson's progress in NWSL return a positive sign for USWNT

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Mallory Swanson opened her 2024 NWSL account with a goal for the Chicago Red Stars on Friday, her first goal in almost a year due to injury. You'd better believe the USWNT's coaching staff was pleased to see her score. Nathan Ray Seebeck/USA TODAY Sports Reactions

Mallory Swanson opened her 2024 NWSL account with a goal for the Chicago Red Stars on Friday, her first goal in almost a year due to injury. You'd better believe the USWNT's coaching staff was pleased to see her score.Mallory Swanson's goal for the Chicago Red Stars on Friday -- the equalizer in a 1-1 draw against the Orlando Pride -- was her first time scoring in a competitive match in 370 days. The relief was…