The United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) faces off against Canada in a highly anticipated international friendly on July 2, 2025, at Audi Field in Washington, D.C. This match, part of the Allstate Continental Clásico—a stage previously exclusive to men’s teams—marks the final game of the USWNT’s three-match summer window, following dominant 4-0 victories over Ireland in Denver and Cincinnati. The clash pits CONCACAF’s top two teams against each other, with the USWNT holding a historical edge, having won 53 of their 66 meetings, including a 5-4 penalty shootout in the 2024 SheBelieves Cup. Here’s everything you need to know about the game, including time, TV schedule, streaming options, and lineups.
Match Details
- Date: Wednesday, July 2, 2025
- Kickoff Time: 7:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. PT)
- Venue: Audi Field, Washington, D.C.
- Competition: International Friendly (Allstate Continental Clásico)
- Historical Context: The USWNT leads Canada 53-3-10 in 66 meetings, with their last encounter in April 2024 ending in a 2-2 draw (USWNT won 5-4 on penalties).
TV Schedule and Streaming
- TV Channels:
- English: TBS, truTV
- Spanish: Universo
- Streaming Services:
- English: Max, Fubo (free trial), DirecTV Stream, Sling Blue, Sling Orange
- Spanish: Peacock Premium
- Live Updates: Available via the Official U.S. Soccer App and VAVEL’s Live Match Centre.
- Radio: 107.7 The Franchise (select markets).
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Lineups
- USWNT Starting XI: Mandy McGlynn (GK), Emily Sonnett, Naomi Girma, Lily Reale, Jenna Nighswonger, Sam Coffey, Rose Lavelle, Ally Sentnor, Sophia Wilson, Alyssa Thompson, Michelle Cooper
- USWNT Substitutes: Not fully disclosed, but head coach Emma Hayes is expected to utilize bench players like Angelina Anderson, who could earn her first senior cap, and other young talents from the 23-player roster.
- Canada Starting XI: Kailen Sheridan (GK), Ashley Lawrence, Jade Rose, Vanessa Giles, Gabrielle Carle, Julia Grosso, Jessie Fleming, Simi Awujo, Marie-Yasmine Alidou, Janine Beckie, Evelyne Viens
- Canada Substitutes: Not specified, but Canada is without key defender Kadeisha Buchanan (ACL injury).
- Notes: Hayes rotated her entire starting lineup between the Ireland matches, and while she may field rested veterans like Girma and Lavelle against Canada, expect further experimentation with younger players. Canada’s Casey Stoney, in her early tenure as head coach, is likely to rely on experienced players like Fleming and Lawrence to challenge the USWNT.
Match Preview
The USWNT enters with momentum, having outscored Ireland 8-0 across two friendlies, with goals from Alyssa Thompson, Rose Lavelle, Sam Coffey, and Avery Patterson. Coach Emma Hayes is using this window to evaluate players for the 2027-28 World Cup cycle, giving significant minutes to young talents like 16-year-old Lily Yohannes and debutants. The absence of European-based players, rested for the summer, and injuries to defenders Gisele Thompson and Kerry Abello have opened opportunities for others. Naomi Girma, back from injury, anchors the defense, while Lavelle, recovered from an ankle issue, is a key playmaker.
Canada, ranked No. 6 globally, presents the toughest test of the window. Under Casey Stoney, appointed in January 2025, the Canadians have cruised past Haiti and Costa Rica but face a USWNT side they haven’t beaten outright since 2001. Their nearly full-strength roster, minus Buchanan, features stars like Jessie Fleming and Adriana Leon, who scored in their last meeting. Stoney views this match as a measuring stick for Canada’s progress, aiming to exploit the USWNT’s experimental lineup.
Prediction and Key Players
The USWNT’s depth and home advantage make them favorites, but Canada’s experience and desperation for a rare win could keep it close. Alyssa Thompson, with goals in both Ireland matches, and Rose Lavelle, with her 25th career international goal, are players to watch for the U.S. For Canada, Leon’s attacking threat and Fleming’s midfield control will be crucial. CBS Sports predicts a tight USWNT victory, 2-1, citing their superior skill despite Canada’s competitiveness.
This rivalry matchup, with a history of dramatic finishes, promises an intense spectacle at Audi Field, with both teams using the game to refine their squads for future challenges. For real-time updates, fans can follow the U.S. Soccer App or VAVEL’s live coverage.
