The SheBelieves Cup 2026, a prestigious tournament in women’s soccer, kicks off on March 1. The U.S. women’s national team (USWNT) will compete against three formidable opponents: Canada, Colombia, and Argentina. Matches will be held across several locations, including Nashville, Tennessee; Columbus, Ohio; and Harrison, New Jersey.
SheBelieves Cup Format and Schedule
This year’s tournament allows teams to field a 26-player roster, yet only 23 players can participate in each match. Any game that ends in a tie will go directly to penalty kicks, maintaining the point system that awards three points for a win, one for a tie, and one for a penalty shootout victory.
Match Schedule
- March 1, 2026 – GEODIS Park, Nashville, TN
- Canada vs. Colombia – 1 p.m. CT / 2 p.m. ET
- USA vs. Argentina – 4 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. ET
- March 4, 2026 – ScottsMiracle-Gro Field, Columbus, OH
- Colombia vs. Argentina – 3:30 p.m. ET
- USA vs. Canada – 6:45 p.m. ET
- March 7, 2026 – Sports Illustrated Stadium, Harrison, NJ
- Canada vs. Argentina – 12:30 p.m. ET
- USA vs. Colombia – 3:30 p.m. ET
Key Players to Watch
The USWNT roster includes significant talents returning from European clubs. Alyssa Thompson, from Chelsea, and her sister Gisele, from Angel City, are notable inclusions. Trinity Rodman also aims to make an impact after a solid preseason.
USWNT Roster Highlights
- Goalkeepers (3): Claudia Dickey, Mandy McGlynn, Phallon Tullis-Joyce
- Defenders (9): Emily Fox, Naomi Girma, Avery Patterson, Lilly Reale, Tara Rudd, Emily Sams, Emily Sonnett, Gisele Thompson, Kennedy Wesley
- Midfielders (8): Sam Coffey, Lindsey Heaps, Claire Hutton, Riley Jackson, Rose Lavelle, Olivia Moultrie, Jaedyn Shaw, Lily Yohannes
- Forwards (6): Maddie Dahlien, Jameese Joseph, Trinity Rodman, Emma Sears, Ally Sentnor, Alyssa Thompson
Competitors Overview
Colombia, ranked No. 20 by FIFA, seeks to build on a strong performance in the 2025 Copa America Femenina. The team showcases players like Linda Caicedo, who is now more experienced. Argentina, currently No. 30, is filled with a mix of veterans and promising young talents.
Canada, ranked No. 10, is led by head coach Casey Stoney. They have a strong roster featuring numerous NWSL players and a rivalry with the U.S. that dates back decades.
What the Tournament Means for USWNT
This SheBelieves Cup provides a crucial opportunity for Coach Emma Hayes to evaluate her squad ahead of upcoming World Cup qualifiers. With key players absent due to injuries and personal reasons, new players will step up to prove their worth on the international stage.
As the tournament unfolds, the performance of the USWNT, and their competition, will be closely watched. Fans can catch all the matches live on TBS, Universo, HBO Max, and Peacock.
