USWNT vs. Spain Score, Highlights, Stats and Reaction
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Key Points:
- The US women's national team overcame a 2-0 halftime deficit to draw 2-2 against Spain, the defending World Cup champions, with goals from Ashley Sanchez and Mallory Swanson in the second half.
- Spain dominated early, with goals from Alexia Putellas, a two-time Ballon d'Or Féminin winner, and Salma Paralluelo, and controlled 56% of possession overall.
- Despite Spain's possession advantage, the US led in shots (15-12), shots on goal (6-5), and corners (8-5), showing strong dominance especially in the second half.
- Head coach Emma Hayes expressed a desire for the team to start stronger earlier in matches but acknowledged progress, stating the US is much closer in level to Spain than three years ago.
- USWNT supporters were pleased with the team's resilience and second-half performance that prevented a repeat loss after the previous 2-0 defeat to Spain.
