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Sophia Wilson scores early, USWNT trails Brazil in friendly match

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Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Sophia Wilson scores early, USWNT trails Brazil in friendly match
Summary

Sophia Wilson scored the first USWNT goal since 2024 just two minutes into a friendly against Brazil in São Paulo. However, Brazil quickly equalized through Taina Maranhão and then took the lead with a goal from Bia Zanaretto. The USWNT has not played outside the U.S. since the 2024 Paris Olympics. This match serves as preparation for the 2027 Women’s World Cup to be hosted in Brazil. The game remains in progress at halftime.

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Status Watch
  • •Sophia Wilson scored in the 2nd minute for the USWNT
  • •Brazil equalized with Taina Maranhão's header in the 11th minute
  • •Bia Zanaretto put Brazil ahead at 2-1 shortly after
  • •Match taking place at Neo Química Arena in São Paulo
  • •Next friendly scheduled for Tuesday in Fortaleza, Brazil
Latest Updates
  • 1:42 AMGoal.com — Sophia Wilson shows she’s back to her best, but Emma Hayes faces defensive concerns as USWNT collapse against Brazil - Goal.com
  • 1:19 AMESPN Soccer — Wilson scores early but USWNT beaten in Brazil
  • 12:29 AMThe Guardian Sport — Sophia Wilson’s return spoiled as USA women beaten by Brazil in friendly
  • 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Sophia Wilson hits 2nd-minute strike to score 1st USWNT goal since 2024
What they're saying
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Wilson scores in first US appearance since 2024 Brazil answer with two goals in three minutes Americans begin World Cup cycle with defeat The US national team scheduled a pair of matches in Brazil in preparation of a return for the 2027 Women’s World Cup. After quick start for the Americans, the hosts scored twice in three minutes for a 2-1 win at Sao Paulo on Saturday. Continue reading...

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Sophia Wilson came out firing for the U.S. women's national team, marking her first international goal since 2024 with a stunning second-minute finish against Brazil in Sao Paulo. Unfortunately for Emma Hayes' side, it all came tumbling down from there as the…

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Sophia Wilson scored her first goal for the United States since 2024 but Brazil rallied to a 2-1 win in Saturday's international friendly in Sao Paulo.

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