## USWNT vs. Spain: Match Details
The United States women’s national team gets another opportunity to test itself against Spain in a rematch at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania. The USWNT is looking to respond after a 2-0 defeat in the first meeting and finish the international window with a stronger performance.
The match is scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, at 7 p.m. ET. Viewers in the United States can watch on TNT or stream the game on HBO Max.
## Three Keys for the USWNT Against Spain
### 1. Turn chances into goals
The USWNT created plenty of opportunities in the first match but failed to score. The team recorded 13 shots, including 10 on target, and finished with 2.26 expected goals, compared with Spain’s 0.43.
Those numbers point to a more competitive performance than the final score suggests. But as head coach Emma Hayes has emphasized, possession and chances only matter if the team finishes them. Against a top opponent, the USWNT will need to be more clinical in front of goal.
### 2. Protect the central areas
Spain showed how quickly it can exploit space in the middle of the field. Patri Guijarro’s early goal highlighted the danger of allowing the Spanish midfield time and room to move the ball forward.
The USWNT will need to apply pressure earlier and defend the areas in front of its back line with greater discipline. Limiting Spain’s ability to receive and turn in midfield could help prevent another fast start for La Roja.
### 3. Start the response earlier
The United States improved as the first match progressed, particularly after halftime, but it had already fallen behind by two goals. Hayes wants her players to bring more urgency from the opening whistle and apply tactical adjustments sooner.
With limited preparation time between matches, a perfect performance may not be realistic. Still, a quicker response, sharper organization and more effective transitions could help the USWNT put Spain under pressure before the game gets away from them.
## What to Watch in the Rematch
The USWNT’s attacking output in the first game offers reason for optimism, but Spain’s efficiency was decisive: the visitors scored twice from just three shots on target. The rematch will test whether the Americans can combine their chance creation with stronger finishing and tighter defending.
For Hayes and her team, the goal is not simply to secure a result. Facing the reigning world champions provides a chance to measure progress, address clear weaknesses and show how quickly the squad can adjust between games.