The SheBelieves Cup heats up as the United States Women’s National Team takes on Australia in Round 2, with both teams looking to make a statement.
The USWNT opened their SheBelieves Cup campaign with a commanding 2-0 victory over Colombia on Thursday, as Catarina Macario and Ally Sentnor found the back of the net.
Earlier in the day, Japan delivered a dominant performance against Australia, dismantling the Matildas 4-0 in the tournament’s first match. Mina Tanaka led the charge, netting twice in the first half before assisting Maika Hamano for the third goal. Moeka Minami capped off the win with a late header.
Historically, the USWNT has the upper hand against Australia, winning five of their last nine encounters, including a 2-1 triumph that eliminated the Matildas from the 2024 Olympics. With home advantage and a deep, attacking squad, the Americans will look to extend their dominance.
Meanwhile, Australia, still reeling from that Olympic heartbreak, will be determined to turn the tide. Relying on their pace and lethal counterattacks, the Matildas will be eager to shake up the hosts in what promises to be an electrifying showdown.
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