The United States women’s national team opened the 2026 SheBelieves Cup with a 2-0 win over Argentina in Tennessee, part of a four-team round-robin that also includes Canada and Colombia.

The U.S. dominated possession, holding 67.7% of the ball and restricting Argentina to one shot on target, with Claudia Dickey recording the clean sheet.

Lindsey Heaps opened the scoring in the 19th minute from the top of the box after a cross from Emma Sears, later becoming the roster’s all-time leading scorer with 39 international goals.

Jaedyn Shaw added a second goal in the 56th minute, with Heaps providing the assist, sealing the victory as the U.S. extended pressure in the match’s later stages.

Olivia Moultrie contributed with chances and helped in the buildup, including involvement in the sequence that produced the second goal.

Lilly Reale was forced off with a right-leg injury in the second half and was replaced by Emily Fox.

Argentina’s Milagros Martín received a yellow card late, as the match remained physical and contentious.

Trinity Rodman left the game in stoppage time with a back injury, raising concerns given her history with back issues.

Teammates expressed support for Rodman and noted the sadness around her injury, hoping for a quick recovery.

The match concluded with continued U.S. pressure and a final save by Claudia Dickey as no additional goals were scored.

Coach Emma Hayes praised the team’s improved emotional control and composure under pressure compared with the previous Portugal loss.

The match was held at Geodis Park in Nashville, a regular venue for the team and a potential future Olympic/World Cup site.