USWNT Defeats Brazil 2-0, Rodman Scores in Return

The U.S. women's national team (USWNT) secured a 2-0 victory over Brazil in a friendly match at SoFi Stadium, marking Trinity Rodman's impressive return after an eight-month injury absence with a goal just five minutes into the game. Alyssa Thompson set up the opening goal, demonstrating her growing impact on the team. Team captain Lindsey Heaps later scored from the penalty spot to secure the win, following a foul on 17-year-old substitute Lily Yohannes. Goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce made six saves in her debut, helping to maintain a clean sheet against a competitive Brazilian side. This match served as a rematch of the Olympic gold medal game, where the U.S. also triumphed over Brazil. The USWNT is set to face Brazil again in another friendly on Tuesday.