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Italy defeats the United States in U20 Women's World Cup opener

ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 7:53 PM

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Italy defeats the United States in U20 Women's World Cup opener

Summary

Italy defeated the United States 2-1 on Sunday to open the U20 Women's World Cup in Lódź, Poland. The loss places the Americans at an early disadvantage within their group during the tournament's initial stage. Both teams entered the match seeking a strong start to the competition. The result leaves the United States needing positive outcomes in subsequent group-stage matches to remain in contention for the knockout rounds. Italy secured the points required to move ahead in the group standings following the full-time whistle.

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By the Numbers

•Italy defeated the United States 2-1 on Sunday.
•The match occurred in Lódź, Poland, as part of the U20 Women's World Cup.
•This loss leaves the United States in a difficult position in its group standings.
•The tournament opener serves as the first match for both teams in the competition.

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What they're saying

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The United States lost its opening match at the U20 Women's World Cup on Sunday in Lódź, Poland, falling 2-1 to Italy, a result that leaves the Americans in an early hole in a difficult group.
— ESPN Soccerby Jeff Kassouf

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