After exactly 38 days, the US Women’s National Team will be back in action. Last time having gathered for the 2025 SheBelieves Cup, this time the American ladies are hosting Brazil in an emphatic double header clash. While the opening clash takes place at SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California on Saturday, April 5, 2025, the return fixture is set to be played at PayPal Park, San Jose, California on Tuesday, April 8. The last time the USWNT and Brazil squared off against each other was in the 2024 Paris Olympics final on August 10.
Emma Hayes successfully opened her silverware account as an international manager by leading them to their fifth historic gold medal. They defeated the South American side with a narrow scoreline at Parc des Princes. Courtesy of the efforts from Mallory Swanson in what was her 100th game, Marta and Co. were forced to settle with a silver finish.
Further before the Paris Olympics, they crossed paths with each other in the 2024 Concacaf W Gold Cup. That game had also ended in the USA’s favor as Lindsey Heaps’ header proved favorable. That only implies that the visitors are coming to fulfill their vengeance against the home side.
Then again, the hosts would look to maintain their record. More importantly, they themselves have a point to prove. Notably, the 4x World Champions are coming off a rather shocking 1-2 defeat to Japan in the SheBelieves Cup. While they did win 2-0 and 2-1 against Colombia and Australia respectively, a greater goal difference and a perfect 3/3 win helped Japan to lift the cup.
Meanwhile, Brazil is returning to action almost after a gap of three months. The last time Marta and Co. gathered around for a doubleheader against Australia, both of which they won 1-2 and 1-3 respectively. Meanwhile, before that and post-Olympics, they took part in another doubleheader against Colombia. While the opening game ended in a 1-1 draw, they eventually came on top with a 3-1 win.
So it’s safe to say that Arthur Elias and Co. are in great form. But they perform against the US is a matter of question, especially when one looks at their previous meetings.
USWNT vs Brazil: Head-to-head stats
The USA maintains an upper hand over Brazil, with a whopping 32 wins, including five draws, losing only three across all competitions. Interestingly, the upcoming two fixtures are going to be the 42nd and 43rd time respectively that sees either side lock horns, given the Summer Games final marked their 41st encounter overall.
Notably, in the Olympics, they have faced off more than three times. Their first meeting dates back 20 years to Athens 2004, which also marked Marta’s debut in the competition. She made an immediate impact, netting three goals and playing a key role in guiding her nation to the final against Team USA. However, it was the Americans who emerged victorious, securing a 2-1 win to claim their second gold medal.
Four years later, the two sides found themselves in another Olympic final at Beijing 2008. Despite Brazil’s efforts, history repeated itself, as Marta and her team had to settle for silver once again following a narrow 1-0 defeat.
How to watch USA vs Brazil on TV channels and live stream?
The first match between the USA and Brazil will kick off on April 5 at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET. Those who won’t be able to make it to the SoFI Stadium can catch the action live on TNT, truTv, Max, Universo & Peacock. Meanwhile, for the return game at PayPal Park on April 8, the game will kick off at 7:30 p.m. PT / 10:30 p.m. ET. Once again this match is also available on TBS, Max, Universo & Peacock.
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