**Washington, D.C. —** In a match that defied expectations, the **United States women’s national team** displayed their superiority over regional rivals Canada, securing a decisive 3-0 victory in the heart of the nation’s capital. With this triumph, the USWNT has impressively preserved a streak of five consecutive matches without conceding a goal, outscoring their opponents 18-0 since May 31.
While encounters between these sides have typically been thrilling and fiercely contested, Wednesday’s match showcased the significant disparity currently present between them. The USWNT took control from the outset and maintained their dominance throughout, executing a flawless demonstration of strategy and skill.
Capitalizing on set-piece situations, the U.S. revealed their accuracy and finesse in the first half. Rose Lavelle, who has returned to the national team, played a crucial role in setting up scoring chances with her exceptional set-piece deliveries. Sam Coffey was the first to find the net, scoring just 17 minutes into the match with her second goal in as many appearances, courtesy of Lavelle’s expertly placed free kick. Nine minutes later, Claire Hutton marked a personal milestone by scoring her first goal at both the international and club levels with a powerful header that highlighted her offensive capabilities. As the match drew to a close, Yazmeen Ryan added a third goal to the scoreboard, celebrating her second consecutive score in a USWNT jersey.
Even in the absence of significant tournaments on the horizon, the match exuded a palpable “big game” atmosphere. A sold-out crowd of 19,215 filled Audi Field, fostering an electric ambiance that lasted from the first whistle to the final moments. For many young players on both teams, it was likely a fresh experience to play in front of such dedicated fans. As evening fell, fireworks in red, white, and blue lit up the sky, celebrating a night of memorable soccer.
