USWNT suffers 2-1 loss to Brazil in friendly opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 12:38 AM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
The USWNT faced Brazil in São Paulo on June 6, opening their friendly series with a 2-1 defeat. After taking an early lead through Sophia Wilson, the US squad could not maintain momentum as Brazil equalized and took the lead shortly after. Despite several second-half opportunities, the US failed to score again. Both teams displayed dynamic attacking play, with Brazil eventually closing the match with a narrow victory. The USWNT will return to the field for the second friendly in Fortaleza on June 9.
- •Sophia Wilson scored for the USWNT in the second minute.
- •Brazil equalized through Tainá Maranhão and took the lead with a goal from Dudinha.
- •Mandy McGlynn started in goal for the USWNT amid ongoing competition for the position.
- •The match featured intense physical play and nine total minutes of stoppage time.
- •The USWNT will face Brazil again on June 9 in Fortaleza.
- 12:38 AMYahoo Sports — USWNT drops 2-1 decision in lively attacking battle
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