4 USWNT takeaways from 2025 SheBelieves Cup

Four USWNT takeaways from the 2025 SheBelieves Cup
The U.S. women's national team didn't win the SheBelieves Cup, but that doesn't mean the tournament was a total loss. Far from it, in fact. For the first time in six years, the USWNT fell short in the SheBelieves Cup,
Why USWNT’s loss to Japan in SheBelieves Cup could be a ‘good thing’ for Emma Hayes’ team
The USWNT's five-year reign as SheBelieves Cup champions ended on Wednesday, but there are reasons to be optimistic for the team's future
USWNT Fans Shocked as Emma Hayes Suffers 1st Loss in SheBelieves Cup vs. Japan
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USWNT falls to first loss in a year with SheBelieves Cup defeat against Japan
The US Women’s National Team’s 18-match unbeaten run under coach Emma Hayes came to an end on Thursday with a 2-1 defeat to Japan in the SheBelieves Cup.
Hayes deserves benefit of the doubt after first USWNT loss
Coach Emma Hayes, on the cusp of suffering her first defeat since taking charge of the U.S. team last year, could do little to help her side, which was outplayed in a loss that snapped its run of five consecutive SheBelieves Cup titles.
Emma Hayes Optimistic About USWNT’s Future Despite SheBelieves Cup Loss
Despite a 2-1 loss to Japan, Emma Hayes remains optimistic about the USWNT's future, highlighting squad progress and promising development toward the World Cup.
'Progress isn't linear': Emma Hayes, USWNT remaining calm after losing SheBelieves Cup
The USWNT didn't win its sixth straight SheBelieves Cup, but for Emma Hayes, that's not what this year is about.
USWNT's Emma Hayes preaches patience after first defeat: 'Future is exciting, regardless of the result'
"it's okay to be disappointed," U.S. women's national team head coach Emma Hayes said shortly after notching her first loss since taking over last June, a 2-1 defeat to Japan in the SheBelieves Cup finale on Wednesday.
After ‘Disappointing’ SheBelieves Cup Defeat, Emma Hayes Sparks Hope With Bold Statement on USWNT’s Future
I expect it to be a very, very difficult match,” said Emma Hayes prior to yesterday’s clash against Japan in the SheBelieves Cup. Deep down, the English tactician was right—we all know how it turned out for the US Women’s National Team.
Will FA Cup round of 16 bring more upsets? Are there silver linings after USWNT SheBelieves loss to Japan?
The U.S. women's national team fell short of winning the 2025 SheBelieves Cup but earned plenty of tactical and developmental victories in the end. The USWNT lost 2-1 to Japan on Wednesday and settled ...
USWNT's Naomi Girma set to make Chelsea debut - Bompastor
Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor has said that United States women's national team defender Naomi Girma will make her debut ...
How Many Sisters Have Played for the USWNT?
The Thompsons are the third set of sisters to feature for the USWNT. The first were twins Lorrie and Ronnie Fair in 1997, ...
USWNT vs. Japan score: Japan lift first SheBelieves Cup as Emma Hayes collects first loss as USA coach
Japan won the SheBelieves Cup on Wednesday with a 2-1 win over the U.S. women's national team, handing the hosts their first ...
Naomi Girma: Sonia Bompastor says USWNT defender set to be in Chelsea squad for first time
Girma was not part of the U.S. roster at February’s SheBelieves Cup, having missed the January camp due to a minor calf ...
USWNT vs. Japan: Nadeshiko claim SheBelieves Cup with confident 2-1 win
The USWNT was second-best against an impressive Japan, who won the 2025 SheBelieves Cup after a 2-1 victory Thursday night.
Ex-USWNT coach Vlatko Andonovski outearned Gregg Berhalter during 2023-24 fiscal year
Vlatko Andonovski was paid $454,048 during his final nine months as U.S. women’s soccer coach and outearned Gregg Berhalter, ...
17-year-old USWNT star Lily Yohannes got a trial by fire against Japan
The most promising USWNT midfielder found out in the SheBelieves Cup match against Japan that growth isn't always linear.