U.S. U-20 women open World Cup with a 2-1 defeat to Italy
Micayla Johnson scored for the United States; Japan is next on September 9.
Written by American Soccer GearEditorial desk
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The briefing
The United States lost 2-1 to Italy in its U-20 Women’s World Cup opener in Lodz, Poland, on September 6. Micayla Johnson scored the American goal. U.S. Soccer lists Japan as the team’s next Group D opponent on September 9.
Read U.S. Soccer’s official match report for the match details and tournament coverage.
Brief checked September 8, 2026. Cover photo is illustrative and does not depict this team or match.
