Rodman captains and scores as USWNT opens 2026 with 6-0 friendly win over Paraguay

A dominant start to the year in Carson

The U.S. women’s national team opened its 2026 slate with a 6-0 friendly victory over Paraguay on Saturday in Carson, California, leaning on a wave of second-half goals after Reilyn Turner scored in first-half stoppage time. The match served as both a performance statement and a developmental test during the January camp window.

Trinity Rodman, wearing the captain’s armband, scored in the rout and was one of the key drivers of the U.S. attack. Ally Sentnor added two goals, while Croix Bethune and Emma Sears also contributed to the scoring as the U.S. pulled away decisively after halftime.

A milestone moment for Rodman

Rodman’s goal came shortly after a major club-contract development that kept her in the NWSL with the Washington Spirit, and the match highlighted her expanding role in the national team setup. For the U.S., the friendly also functioned as an opportunity to integrate newer players and evaluate combinations outside the full-strength roster typically available when Europe-based players are in-season.

The game also included recognition of retired forward Christen Press, a longtime national team standout, underscoring the roster transition as the program continues to refresh talent ahead of upcoming competitions.

Next on the calendar

The U.S. will continue its January camp schedule with another match in California, using the window to build cohesion and test options before the competitive calendar accelerates later in the year.

• Final: United States 6, Paraguay 0 (friendly in Carson, California).
• Key performers: Trinity Rodman (captain, goal), Ally Sentnor (two goals), Reilyn Turner (debut goal).
• Context: January camp evaluation and roster integration ahead of future fixtures.