USWNT routs Paraguay 6–0 as Trinity Rodman captains and scores in Carson

The U.S. Women’s National Team began its 2026 schedule with a decisive 6–0 friendly victory over Paraguay in Carson, California, delivering a dominant second-half performance after a tighter opening 45 minutes. The match offered an early look at the squad’s evolving depth and attacking options as the team builds toward future competitive windows.

Reilyn Turner opened the scoring in first-half stoppage time, giving the U.S. a 1–0 lead at the break. After halftime, the Americans accelerated sharply, turning a one-goal advantage into a rout through sustained pressure, quick passing sequences, and repeated runs behind Paraguay’s back line.

Ally Sentnor scored twice, underscoring her ability to arrive in dangerous spaces and finish chances in rhythm. The U.S. also benefited from an own goal credited to Paraguay’s Fiorella Martínez during the second-half onslaught, as defensive clearances and recovery runs struggled to keep pace with the U.S. tempo.

Trinity Rodman, wearing the captain’s armband, scored as well, marking a notable moment in her return to international action and signaling growing leadership responsibilities within the group. Her goal capped a stretch in which the U.S. repeatedly generated chances through wide penetration and central support runners.

Emma Sears added another goal, rounding out the scoring as the Americans continued to create high-quality looks in transition and in sustained possession. Across the match, the U.S. controlled the ball for long stretches and limited Paraguay’s opportunities, keeping the visitors from generating meaningful pressure in the final third.

Beyond the scoreline, the friendly served as a platform for newer faces and lineup experimentation, with coaching staff assessing combinations and game states. The match also fit into a broader preparation arc as the U.S. approaches major regional competitions and World Cup qualifying cycles.

The performance will be viewed as an encouraging early step: a clean sheet, multiple scorers, and a clear ability to raise intensity after halftime. The team’s next fixtures will provide further tests, but the Paraguay game delivered a strong baseline for 2026.