Mallory Swanson and Sophia Smith combined for the first goal of the Emma Hayes era against Korea Republic on Saturday.
- USWNT taking on Korea in friendly
- Swanson scores first goal of Hayes’ era
- Davidson doubled lead before half
WHAT HAPPENED?
Smith flicked on a sensational ball into the box to catch a running Swanson, who fired home in clinical fashion. It was the ninth goal in her last nine starts, with the Chicago Red Stars winger in fine form on the international stage.
WATCH THE CLIP
Mallory Swanson scores the first goal of the Emma Hayes era 🇺🇸
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Tierna Davidson doubles the USWNT’s lead just minutes after Swanson’s opener, with the Gotham FC defender scoring just her second-ever international goal.
The USWNT take a 2-0 lead ✌️
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It was a brilliant first 45 minutes to begin the Emma Hayes era, with the U.S. playing fluid attacking soccer all half.
WHAT NEXT FOR THE USWNT?
The USWNT returns to St. Paul on Tuesday evening to take on Korea Republic in the second match of the doubleheader friendly series between the two nations. Smith and Swanson will look to continue their fine form in Minnesota
