The first international match of the United States Women’s Soccer team open 2026 with an international friendly against Paraguay. The USWNT vs Paraguay will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Dignity Health Sports Park (Carson, Calif.).
Coach Emma Hayes has named a youth-filled 26-player January USWNT roster that features the return of Trinity Rodman and several first-time call-ups — this game will be a chance to blood younger players while preparing for the year’s bigger tournaments.
USWNT vs Paraguay Match Date, kick-off time, Team News and how to watch
- Tournament: International Friendly (USWNT January camp)
- Match Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
- Kick-off / Time: 2:30 PM PT (14:30 PT) — 22:30 UTC. (Listed / ticket pages show 2:30 pm local kick-off)
- Venue: Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, California.
Team News
Emma Hayes named a 26-player January training camp roster drawn largely from the NWSL; Trinity Rodman — returning from a long layoff — headlines the group.
The roster mix and timing (club competitions and Champions Cup absences) mean Hayes will use these friendlies to evaluate emerging U.S. talent and tighten the squad ahead of later 2026 tournaments.
Paraguay arrive as underdogs but will be looking to keep the match competitive.
Head-to-Head History (USWNT vs Paraguay Women)
In recorded meetings, the USA Women have won most of the matches while the Paraguay Women have not recorded a win in official H2H data.
The U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) has historically dominated Paraguay.
| Matches | USA Wins | Paraguay Wins | Draws | Goals (USA–PAR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 17–0 |
Recent meetings (selected)
- Sep 21, 2021: USA 8-0 Paraguay — dominant USWNT win (Rose Lavelle & Alex Morgan starred).
- Sep 16, 2021: USA 9-0 Paraguay — huge victory with multiple scorers.
| Date | Competition | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2021 | Friendly | USA 8–0 Paraguay | 8–0 |
| Sep 16, 2021 | Friendly | USA 9–0 Paraguay | 9–0 |
USWNT vs Paraguay Full Squad 2026
United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) Squad
- Goalkeepers: Jordan Silkowitz, Claudia Dickey, Mandy McGlynn
- Defenders: Tierna Davidson, Crystal Dunn, Emily Fox, Jenna Nighswonger, Emily Sonnett, Gisele Thompson
- Midfielders: Sam Coffey, Jaelin Howell, Claire Hutton, Croix Bethune, Lindsey Heaps, Lily Yohannes
- Forwards: Jameese Joseph, Catarina Macario, Olivia Moultrie, Jaedyn Shaw, Alyssa Thompson, Emma Sears
Paraguay Women’s National Team Squad
- Goalkeepers: Cristina Recalde, Soledad Belotto, Araceli Leguizamón
- Defenders: Camila Barboza, Naomi de León, Daysy Bareiro, Liz Barreto
- Midfielders: Fanny Godoy, Diana Garcete, Celeste Aguilera, Claudia Martínez
- Forwards: Jessica Martínez, Belén Riveros, Fátima Acosta, Lice Chamorro, Maria Martinez
Current Possible Starting XI:
Current Possible Starting XI
United States Women’s National Team (USWNT)
GK: Mandy McGlynn
DF: Emily Fox, Tierna Davidson, Emily Sonnett, Crystal Dunn
MF: Sam Coffey, Lindsey Heaps, Croix Bethune
FW: Jaedyn Shaw, Catarina Macario, Alyssa Thompson
Paraguay Women’s National Team
GK: Cristina Recalde
DF: Camila Barboza, Naomi de León, Daysy Bareiro, Liz Barreto
MF: Fanny Godoy, Diana Garcete, Claudia Martínez
FW: Lice Chamorro, Jessica Martínez, Belén Riveros
Key Players to Watch
United States Women’s National Team (USWNT)
- Catarina Macario – Creative attacker who can score and assist; key in breaking down defenses.
- Jaedyn Shaw – One of the brightest young stars, dangerous with pace and finishing in the final third.
- Lindsey Heaps – The midfield leader who controls tempo, distribution, and game management.
- Crystal Dunn – Versatile and experienced, influential both defensively and going forward.
- Alyssa Thompson – Explosive winger with speed and 1v1 ability, always a threat on counters.
Paraguay Women’s National Team
- Jessica Martínez – The main goal threat and proven top scorer; Paraguay’s biggest danger in attack.
- Lice Chamorro – Creative forward who links play and creates chances from wide areas.
- Belén Riveros – Brings energy and attacking intent, especially in transition.
- Fanny Godoy – Central figure in midfield, important for ball control and defensive balance.
Match Prediction
History and squad quality favour the USWNT — especially with home advantage and a deeply talented player pool even in a rotated lineup.
Expect the U.S. to control the game and score multiple goals, though Hayes may prioritise minutes for younger players over a full-strength scoreline.
Prediction: United States 4–0 Paraguay (probable — adjust after lineups confirmed)
How to Watch the USWNT Women vs Paraguay Women
Broadcasters for the USWNT friendlies vary by territory; U.S. national coverage and streaming partners listed for the match include TNT / truTV / HBO Max / Universo and Peacock in the U.S. — confirm local listings.
Tickets and stadium info are on the Dignity Health Sports Park event page and AXS ticketing.
| Country / Region | TV / Streaming |
|---|---|
| USA | TNT / truTV / HBO Max / Universo; Peacock |
| Global | Check local broadcasters or US Soccer’s official match hub for streaming links |
