USWNT Triumphs Over Australia in SheBelieves Cup
The U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) secured a 2-1 victory over Australia in the SheBelieves Cup on February 23, 2025, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The match marked the second win for the USWNT in the tournament, keeping them on track for a potential sixth consecutive title.
The Americans started strong, with Lynn Biyendolo scoring just 42 seconds into the game. Jaedyn Shaw set up the play, delivering a precise pass to Biyendolo, who tapped it in for her 22nd international goal. The early strike set the tone for a dominant first half, with the USWNT creating multiple chances and maintaining control of the game.
Australia, coming off a 4-0 loss to Japan in their previous match, struggled to find their rhythm early but managed to stabilize defensively as the game progressed. Despite their efforts, the USWNT doubled their lead in the 68th minute when Michelle Cooper, making her second appearance for the national team, scored her first international goal. Claire Hutton initiated the play, feeding Ally Sentnor, who maneuvered around the defense before assisting Cooper for the finish.
The Matildas pulled one back in the 80th minute through Michelle Heyman, who capitalized on a well-placed cross from Hayley Raso. The goal injected late drama into the match, but the USWNT held firm to secure the win.
USWNT head coach Emma Hayes continued her experimentation with the lineup, making 11 changes from the previous game against Colombia. The new-look squad featured several young players, including Hutton, who made her debut, and Cooper, who impressed off the bench. Hayes praised the team’s ability to adapt and perform under pressure, highlighting the importance of developing depth within the squad.
Australia’s interim coach, Tom Sermanni, acknowledged the team’s improved performance compared to their loss to Japan but emphasized the need for better ball retention and forward movement. Despite the defeat, the Matildas showed resilience, particularly after conceding early, and will look to build on their performance in their next match against Colombia.
The USWNT will face Japan in the final match of the SheBelieves Cup on February 26 in San Diego, with both teams vying for the tournament title. Japan, who defeated Colombia 4-1 earlier in the day, have also won both of their matches, setting up a highly anticipated clash between two of the world’s top teams.
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