USWNT Dazzles in 2-0 Win Over Brazil

The USWNT team that faced Brazil expressed their gratitude to the fans for attending the historic event at Sofi Stadium in Los Angeles, California. Photo by Kate Santiago for Tangent Zine.

In their first encounter since the gold medal match at the Paris Olympics, the U.S. Women's National Team triumphed over Brazil with a 2-0 victory. Trinity Rodman scored early, and team captain Lindsey Heaps secured the win with a penalty kick in the second half. This significant event, marking the first women's professional sporting event at SoFi Stadium, drew a crowd of 32,303 fans.

Trinity Rodman manages the ball during the USWNT vs. Brazil friendly at Sofi Stadium in Los Angeles. Photo by Kate Santiago for Tangent Zine.

Making her first appearance for the USWNT since the 2024 Paris Olympics, Rodman maintained her strong form by scoring a goal in the sixth minute, assisted precisely by fellow forward Alyssa Thompson. This goal represents the 11th in Trinity Rodman's career as a significant player for the national team.

Midfielder Lily Yohannes joined the game in the 61st minute and quickly won a penalty after taking over for Ally Sentnor. Veteran and USWNT captain Lindsey Heaps then fired her shot into the left corner of the goal, outmaneuvering Brazilian keeper Lorena. In under 30 minutes on the field, Yohannes performed four or five maneuvers that few, if any, other USWNT players could match.

USWNT "Golden Girl" Lily Yohannes. Photo by Kate Santiago for Tangent Zine

At only 17, she skillfully earned a penalty for the USWNT with a clever feint and a quick pass that Ludmila couldn't intercept in time. She almost set up a goal with an outstanding through ball to Thompson, whose shot was stopped. Her ball-handling ability is truly remarkable.

Game Summary: USA / BRA 

Ball Possession: 55/45 

Shots: 16 / 15  

Shots on Goal: 12 / 6  

Saves: 6 / 10  

Corner Kicks: 5 / 6  

Fouls: 15 / 18  

Offside: 4 / 0  

Yellow Cards:

USA – Emily Sonnett (Caution) 45 + 2nd minute  

BRA – Tarciane (Caution) 50  

BRA – Gio Queiroz (Caution) 58  

BRA – Isa Haas (Caution) 68  

USA – Michelle Cooper (Caution) 72  

BRA – Adriana (Caution) 72  

BRA – Antônia (Caution) 83  

The USWNT will next play against Brazil in the second match of their two-game series at PayPal Park in San Jose, California, on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. PT / 10:30 p.m. ET. The game will be broadcast on TBS, Max, Universo, and Peacock.