The U.S. women's soccer team triumphed 2-0 over Brazil in a friendly match, featuring a roster predominantly composed of younger players. Coach Emma Hayes emphasized the importance of giving opportunities to newcomers, looking towards future tournaments, including the 2027 World Cup. Notable performances included Trinity Rodman, who scored her first goal since the Olympics, and Alyssa Thompson, who played a key role in the build-up to the opening goal. The match marked a historic moment as SoFi Stadium hosted its first women’s professional sporting event, drawing a crowd of 32,303.
As for the result, only the score was different, with the U.S. riding goals from Trinity Rodman and Lindsey Heaps to a 2-0 win before a crowd of 32,303 at SoFi Stadium.
What we have been doing is giving opportunities to players, you have to feel your way into that arena. This camp, the next camp, there is going to be experimentation.
Thompson, who was dangerous in her 84 minutes, set up the only goal the U.S. needed in the fifth minute.
Crystal Dunn's assist to Thompson was significant, showcasing the collective effort and skill development within the squad.
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