United States Women's National Team (USWNT)face Portugal Women at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania, on Thursday in an international friendly that marks the start of a crucial preparation window for both squads.
The USA, led by new head coach Emma Hayes, return to action as reigning Olympic gold medalists and unbeaten in 11 previous encounters against Portugal (10 wins, 1 draw). Portugal, coming off a disappointing Euro campaign, are looking to rebuild ahead of 2027 World Cup qualifiers, but they enter as clear underdogs against the former world champions.
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USA vs Portugal kick-off time
The match will be played at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania, on Thursday, with kick-off at 7 pm ET for fans in the US.
Team news & squads
USA vs Portugal lineups
4-3-3
Formation
4-3-1-2
PORUSA-Line up
USAPOR-Line up
PORInjuries and Suspended players
Injuries and Suspensions
- No sidelined players
Injuries and Suspensions
- No sidelined players
USA team news
Emma Hayes has named a 26-player camp roster prioritizing flexibility for three October matches, with 23 selected for matchday.
Notable absentees include Trinity Rodman and midfielder Sam Meza, replaced by Lo’eau LaBonta and an upcoming U-23 graduate. The squad blends NWSL stars such as Claudia Dickey, Emily Fox, Lily Reale, Emily Sonnett, Avery Patterson, Emily Sams, and Kennedy Wesley with experienced midfielders and attackers. The team is focused on reconnecting and building chemistry for 2027 World Cup qualification, with Hayes emphasizing tactical versatility and consistent pressure.
Portugal team news
Francisco Neto’s Portugal squad includes senior internationals regrouping after Euro disappointment and targeting improved results against top opposition. Their defensive shape and midfield organization will be key to frustrating the USA, but goal-scoring remains a challenge.
Neto is likely to rotate and introduce younger options as they prepare for future qualification cycles.
Form
USA-Form
USA- Goal Scored (Conceded)
- 18/0
- Games over 2.5 goals
- 5/5
- Both teams scored
- 0/5
POR-Form
POR- Goal Scored (Conceded)
- 2/11
- Games over 2.5 goals
- 3/5
- Both teams scored
- 2/5
Head-to-Head Record
USALast 5 matches
POR4
Wins
1
Draw
0
Wins
Goals scored
0- Games over 2.5 goals
- 2/5
- Both teams scored
- 0/5