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Brazil Beats US Women 2-1, Wilson Scores Early

6/7/2026

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Brazil Defeats USWNT

Brazil defeated the United States women's national team 2-1 at Neo Química Arena in São Paulo on Saturday.
Sophia Wilson, returning from maternity leave, scored in the second minute for her 25th international goal.
Bia Zaneratto gave Brazil the lead in the 14th after Dudinha's pass, following Taina Maranhão's 11th-minute equaliser.
The defeat extended the USWNT winless streak in Brazil to four games since 1997 and set a Tuesday rematch in Fortaleza.

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USWNT Records

Lindsey Heaps earned her 177th cap and 44th start as captain, reaching the 18th-most-capped rank.
Alyssa and Gisele Thompson recorded their sixth joint start, a USWNT record for sisters.
Sophia Wilson, the 18th mother on the USWNT roster, could become the ninth mother scorer with a goal.
At 18, Lily Yohannes captained the USWNT, becoming the youngest player ever to do so in a match.

History

Historical Context

Hosted by the United States, the 1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup featured 86 entrants competing for 16 final places, with the host qualifying automatically and Brazil earning a South American berth. The tournament’s group stage ran 19 June–27 June 1999, and its high-profile final elevated the U.S. program, a legacy evident in Brazil’s recent win over the United States.

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Brazil Defeats USWNT

Brazil defeated the United States women's national team 2-1 at Neo Química Arena in São Paulo on Saturday.
Sophia Wilson, returning from maternity leave, scored in the second minute for her 25th international goal.
Bia Zaneratto gave Brazil the lead in the 14th after Dudinha's pass, following Taina Maranhão's 11th-minute equaliser.
The defeat extended the USWNT winless streak in Brazil to four games since 1997 and set a Tuesday rematch in Fortaleza.

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