Overview
- The United States won 1-0 in Fortaleza when Sophia Wilson’s second‑half shot, deflected by Brazil’s Isabela Chagas, produced the decisive goal.
- Spanish referee Paola Cebollada Lopez issued eight red cards to Brazil during the match, including dismissals of coach Arthur Elias and three assistants.
- Brazil finished the game with nine players after additional player sendings and two more red cards were shown following physical altercations after the final whistle.
- Trinity Rodman returned from an earlier injury as a second‑half substitute and veteran Marta made her 212th international appearance as a late substitute.
- Because these were friendly matches used for preparation, the expulsions and the referee’s police‑escorted exit could lead to official reviews and possible sanctions that affect Brazil’s squad and staff.