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The USWNT will play Brazil in two friendly matches in June, on the 6th in SĂŁo Paulo and the 9th in Fortaleza. This marks their first road games since December 2024 and a chance to prepare for the upcoming Women's World Cup.
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The USWNT will face Brazil on June 6th at Neo QuĂmica Arena in SĂŁo Paulo and June 9th at Arena CastelĂŁo in Fortaleza.
These matches are significant as they provide the USWNT an opportunity to prepare for the Women's World Cup and to compete against a top-ranked team in Brazil.
The matches will take place at Neo QuĂmica Arena in SĂŁo Paulo and Arena CastelĂŁo in Fortaleza, both of which will host Women's World Cup matches in 2027.

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