USWNT Defeats Brazil 2-0 in Historic SoFi Stadium Match

The U.S. Women's National Team (USWNT) achieved a 2-0 victory over Brazil in a friendly match at SoFi Stadium, marking the first professional women's sports event held at the venue, with a crowd of 32,303. Trinity Rodman opened the scoring in the fifth minute with an assist from Alyssa Thompson, while Lindsey Heaps secured the win with a penalty goal in the 66th minute after Lily Yohannes was fouled in the box. Goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce earned her first cap and clean sheet, making six saves during the match. The victory serves as a significant rematch following the teams' previous encounter in the 2024 Olympic final, where the U.S. also triumphed. Both teams displayed physical play, with Brazil applying early pressure, but the U.S. managed to dominate possession and maintain a solid defensive performance. The match was a crucial step for the USWNT as they prepare for upcoming competitions, showcasing strong individual performances, particularly from Rodman and Thompson.