Brazil prepares for tougher friendly against USA in Fortaleza
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:50 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Brazilian Women’s National Team trains in Fortaleza ahead of their second friendly match against the United States, scheduled for Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. The match is set to play at Arena Castelão, which has already recorded ticket sales of 38,500, the highest for a women’s national team friendly in Brazil. Coach Arthur Elias acknowledges the challenge of facing the USA, highlighting their strong mentality and quality as reigning world and Olympic champions. This contest follows Brazil's previous victory in São Paulo, where they secured a win over the Americans, and aims to further boost interest in women's football leading up to next year’s World Cup.
- •The match is scheduled for Tuesday at 9:30 p.m.
- •Arena Castelão has set a ticket sales record for women’s friendlies.
- •Brazil aims to level wins against the USA under coach Arthur Elias.
- •The previous match saw Brazil secure a win over the USA.
- •Arthur Elias emphasizes the importance of fan support for women's football.
- 12:50 AMYahoo Sports — “It’ll be even tougher”, says Arthur Elias on second USA friendly
"The Brazilian Women’s National Team was at Arena Castelão on Monday night (8) for training ahead of the second match against the United States, which takes place this Tuesday at 9:30 p.m.The match ...
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