The United States women's national soccer team lost 2-1 to Brazil in a friendly match in São Paulo on June 6, 2026, ahead of preparations for the 2027 Women’s World Cup. Sophia Wilson scored in the second minute of her return to the team after maternity leave, marking her first appearance since 2024. Her early goal gave the US a brief lead, but Brazil responded quickly with goals from Taina Maranhao in the 11th minute and Bia Zaneratto in the 14th, both capitalizing on defensive miscommunications.

Brazil’s first goal came from a corner kick, where Maranhao found space in the box and headed in Isabela’s cross. The second followed a failed clearance by the US, leading to a fast break and Zaneratto finishing with her left foot after being left unmarked. US goalkeeper Mandy McGlynn made three first-half saves to keep the score close.

The Americans had chances to equalize, including a long-range effort by Claire Hutton that Brazil’s goalkeeper Lele saved. Lele left the match in the 81st minute with a leg injury. The US nearly tied it in stoppage time, but Jaedyn Shaw missed a close-range opportunity. This was the first away match for the US against Brazil since December 2014.