USWNT returnees earn 2-2 draw against Spain, an early World Cup wake-up call
Summary
The US women’s national soccer team tied 2-2 with Spain after trailing 2-0. Two players who had not scored for a long time, Ashley Sanchez and Mallory Swanson, each scored in the second half to help the US avoid a loss against the defending World Cup champions.Key Facts
- The match ended in a 2-2 draw between the USWNT and Spain.
- Spain scored two goals in the first half, both involving Alexia Putellas.
- Ashley Sanchez and Mallory Swanson scored for the US in the second half.
- The US team was missing some key players like center back Naomi Girma and midfielder Sam Coffey.
- Spain was missing several top players, including two-time Ballon d’Or winner Aitana Bonmatí.
- The game took place in Chester, Pennsylvania, with 18,648 fans attending.
- USWNT head coach Emma Hayes said Spain is a world-class team and the US is still in progress.
- The result gives the US team time to improve before World Cup qualification starts in November and before the 2027 World Cup.
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