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USWNT to take on Spain in first of two head-to-head friendlies: everything to know ahead of Saturday’s contest

The USWNT's lone opportunity to prepare for Women's World Cup qualifying will see them contest a two-match series against Spain, the world's top women's national football team. Here's what you need to know ahead of the first of those two…

By Noah Guttman · The American Pitch

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 11:31 AM

Key Things to Know

The USWNT hosts Spain on Saturday at Audi Field in the first of two international friendlies.
The series serves as preparation for November's CONCACAF W Championship and 2027 Women's World Cup qualifying.
The USWNT leads the historical series with three wins in four meetings, though Spain won the previous clash 2-0.

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The United States Women's National Team will face Spain on Saturday, October 10, at Audi Field in Washington, D.C. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time in the first match of a two-game friendly series. The matchup serves as preparation for the USWNT ahead of November's CONCACAF W Championship, which also serves as qualifying for the 2027 Women's World Cup.

This marks the fifth meeting between the programs, with the USWNT holding three victories and Spain winning the most recent encounter 2-0. Following an Olympic gold medal in 2024, the United States looks to test itself against the reigning Women's World Cup champions before a rematch on Tuesday.

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USWNT to take on Spain in first of two head-to-head friendlies: everything to know ahead of Saturday’s contest

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