Portugal achieves historic 2-1 victory over USA women's team
Comprehensive analysis of Portugal's surprising victory against the USA in their international friendly
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In a remarkable upset, Portugal defeated the United States women's national soccer team 2-1 in Chester, Pennsylvania, achieving their first victory against the Americans in 12 attempts. The match marked Emma Hayes' debut as the new U.S. coach, though the team was missing key players including injured striker Trinity Rodman.
The game began perfectly for the U.S. with Rose Lavelle scoring within the opening minute, but Portugal gradually found their rhythm. Diana Gomes equalized just before halftime with a header from a corner kick, scoring Portugal's first-ever goal against the U.S. women's team.
Fátima Pinto then secured the historic victory with a deflected shot in the second half, handing Hayes only her third defeat as coach.