USWNT mounts second-half comeback to secure draw against Spain
The USWNT rallied from a two-goal deficit to earn a 2-2 draw against defending World Cup champions Spain in an international friendly.
The United States women's national team displayed resilience on Tuesday, overcoming a two-goal deficit to salvage a 2-2 draw against Spain. Following a challenging defeat in their previous encounter, the Americans produced a spirited second-half performance to avoid a repeat result.
Spain dominated the opening period, establishing a comfortable lead through goals from Salma Paralluelo and Alexia Putellas, the latter of whom also provided an assist. Despite Spain controlling 56 percent of possession, the momentum shifted significantly after the break as the United States began to dictate the pace of play.
A hard-fought turnaround
The hosts surged back into the game with goals from Ashley Sanchez and Mallory Swanson, ultimately outshooting their opponents 15-12. Head coach Emma Hayes, who had previously urged her squad to start matches with more intensity, expressed optimism regarding the team's progress.
"I think we're much closer to them than we were three years ago, definitely."
Emma Hayes
This result highlights a growing competitiveness for the USWNT against the reigning world champions, providing a positive takeaway for the coaching staff as they look toward future challenges.
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