A second-half response
The United States trailed Spain 2-0 at halftime in Chester, Pennsylvania, on October 13 before rescuing a draw. U.S. Soccer's report, published the following day, confirmed goals from Ashley Sanchez in the 49th minute and Mallory Swanson in the 86th.
Qualifying comes next
An October 16 federation review highlighted defensive discipline, finishing and contributions from substitutes. The next competition is November's Concacaf W Championship, where the Americans face El Salvador in a quarterfinal. Victory in that match would secure qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup.
Editor's view
The comeback provides evidence of resilience, not proof that defensive issues have disappeared. The useful question is whether the energy supplied by substitutions can become a repeatable performance. Encouraging moments in an international friendly still have to translate into a competitive match.