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Brazil Stuns USWNT with Stoppage-Time Goal to End 11-Year Winless Streak

In San Jose, Brazil secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over the USWNT, highlighting tactical experimentation by coach Emma Hayes and marking a significant shift in the historic rivalry.

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Overview

  • Amanda Gutierres scored in the 95th minute to give Brazil a 2-1 win over the USWNT, their first victory against the Americans since 2014.
  • Catarina Macario opened the scoring just 34 seconds in, capitalizing on Alyssa Thompson's dynamic play down the left flank.
  • Kerolin equalized for Brazil in the 24th minute with a well-executed curling shot, exposing defensive miscommunication in the US backline.
  • US coach Emma Hayes fielded a youthful lineup averaging just 17.9 caps, the least experienced starting group in 24 years, as part of her ongoing tactical experimentation.
  • This match concluded a two-game friendly series between the teams, with the USWNT now preparing for upcoming matches against China in late May and early June.