USWNT Cruises Past Canada 3-0 in International Friendly
Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) continued their dominant run with a commanding 3-0 victory over Canada on Wednesday, July 2, at Audi Field. With this win, the USWNT has now recorded five consecutive victories without conceding a goal, further solidifying their top form in international play.
⚽ Goal Scorers
Sam Coffey opened the scoring in the 17th minute, finishing off a well-orchestrated team play with precision.
Rising star Claire Hutton, just 19 years old, netted her first international goal in the 36th minute with a composed finish inside the box.
Yazmeen Ryan capped off the match in the 89th minute with a powerful strike from outside the area to secure the 3-0 win.
📊 Match Stats
Possession: USA 65.5% – Canada 34.5%
Total shots: USA 22 – Canada 7
Shots on target: USA 8 – Canada 3
Corner kicks: USA 6 – Canada 0
Fouls committed: USA 5 – Canada 13
Yellow cards: Canada 1 – USA 0
From the opening whistle, the U.S. controlled the tempo of the match, using sharp passing sequences, high pressing, and organized defending to nullify Canada's attacks.
🗣️ Post-Match Reaction from Emma Hayes
Head coach Emma Hayes expressed her satisfaction with the team's performance, praising both the tactical cohesion and the growing chemistry among the squad. She highlighted the maturity shown by young players like Hutton and noted the importance of matches like these in building toward major international tournaments.
🔜 What’s Next
With this result, the USWNT remains a powerhouse in the region as they prepare for upcoming Olympic qualifiers and the next FIFA Women’s World Cup cycle. The team, under Hayes’ leadership, is blending youth and experience to develop a balanced and dangerous squad for what lies ahead.