US Women’s National Team (USWNT) coach Emma Hayes made 11 changes for Sunday night’s match against Australia, a move that paid off as the team emerged victorious with a narrow 2-1 win. The young and inexperienced lineup was put to the test, but they managed to survive and deliver a crucial victory.
Veteran player Lynn Biyendolo scored the USWNT’s first goal within a minute of the match, while young stars Emma Sears and Jaedyn Shaw led the charge. However, it was Michelle Cooper who made her international debut with a game-winning goal in the 80th minute, securing the win for the team.
The victory marked an important milestone in the USWNT’s quest to win the 2025 SheBelieves Cup. Considering their youth and inexperience, Sunday’s performance was a major step forward for the young up-and-comers as they prepare for the 2027 World Cup.
Hayes’ decision to name the youngest USWNT XI since 2001 paid off, with several players making strong cases to be part of the strongest lineup. The team’s youth shone through in this game, and it will be exciting to see how they progress in the tournament.
Source: https://www.goal.com/en-us/lists/uswnt-australia-player-ratings-shebelieves-cup/blt304087f1e01490b3