USWNT Triumphs 1-0 Over Canada in SheBelieves Cup Clash
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Ally Sentnor‘s Goal Secures 1-0 Victory for USWNT Against Canada
COLUMBUS, Ohio — In a thrilling encounter at the SheBelieves Cup, the United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) edged out Canada with a narrow 1-0 victory thanks to a standout performance from Ally Sentnor. The decisive goal came in the 55th minute, marking Sentnor’s seventh international goal.
Key Highlights
- Ally Sentnor scored the only goal in the match, leading to a USWNT victory.
- The USWNT recorded their seventh consecutive shutout.
- The team is currently leading the SheBelieves Cup standings.
- Canada’s last win against the USWNT was during the Tokyo Olympics.
Sentnor’s goal resulted from a well-executed corner taken by Rose Lavelle. Demonstrating her skill, Sentnor collected the ball after a bounce, deftly maneuvering past two defenders and sending it into the net past goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan.
This match marked the USWNT’s seventh straight game without conceding a goal, a remarkable defensive achievement since their last slip-up in an October match against Portugal. With this win, the United States now sits at the top of the SheBelieves Cup table with two victories and six points, closely followed by Canada and Colombia with three points each.
“Honestly, our goal was just to win the game,” Sentnor reflected post-match. “Going into a rivalry game, we knew it would be intense, and Canada delivered an incredible performance. We had to really work for this win.” The USWNT has historically dominated this rivalry, boasting a record of 55 wins, 4 losses, and 9 draws against Canada since their first meeting in 1986.
Canada, who previously triumphed over Colombia 4-1 in their opening match of the tournament, was notably missing midfielder Jessie Fleming due to illness. Despite the absence, Canada displayed competitive spirit throughout the game. Coach Casey Stoney remarked, “We were competitive throughout the game, maintaining good discipline. We had moments in their box where a bit more composure would have helped us.”
The first half ended in a stalemate, but the USWNT controlled nearly 70% of possession—a testament to their attacking strategy. Sentnor, a professional player from the Kansas City Current, expressed her determination, having been named U.S. Soccer’s young player of the year in 2024.
Looking ahead, the United States will face Colombia in the tournament finale on Saturday, while Canada is set to battle Argentina earlier that day. This year marks the 11th annual SheBelieves Cup, hosted by the United States, with Canada making its fourth appearance in the tournament.
As the competition intensifies, the results of this match further solidify the USWNT’s momentum as they prepare for future challenges, including the upcoming 2027 Women’s World Cup.
