U.S. Women Beat Brazil 1-0 in Fortaleza as Eight Brazilians See Red

Brazil received eight red cards during a 1-0 loss to the United States women’s national team on Tuesday in Fortaleza. Four players and four members of the coaching staff were dismissed, with two of the player ejections occurring after the final whistle. Sophia Wilson scored the match’s only goal in the 63rd minute when her shot deflected off Isabela and past goalkeeper Lorena.

The United States recorded six shots on goal while Brazil had none. Brazil coach Arthur Elias and three assistant coaches were sent off during the second half. In stoppage time, Bia Zaneratto received a second yellow card for pushing Emily Sonnett and was dismissed.

Moments later, Tarciane was shown a straight red card for elbowing Wilson. After the final whistle, Kerolin and Ludmila were each shown red cards for dissent. The match drew a crowd of more than 55,000 spectators.

Marta entered the game as a substitute in the 80th minute, marking her 212th appearance for Brazil. Dudinha, a 20-year-old forward with the San Diego Wave, left the field on a stretcher in the 30th minute after colliding with Sonnett and later returned to the bench on crutches. The match was the second of two friendlies between the teams in Brazil.

The United States lost the first encounter 2-1 on Saturday in Sao Paulo. Both stadiums will host matches at the Women’s World Cup next June and July.