Usa Vs Argentina: SheBelieves Cup 2026 Game Analysis, Rosters, Schedule and How to Watch

Emerson Raymont

Published: March 2, 2026 4:26 AM ET

Usa Vs Argentina: SheBelieves Cup 2026 Game Analysis, Rosters, Schedule and How to Watch

The SheBelieves Cup returns on Sunday, March 1, and the Usa Vs Argentina clash will be one of three U. S. appearances across a compact tournament played in the United States. This edition matters as a reset for the U. S. women’s national team and a preparation run for 2027 World Cup qualifying; the U. S. will field a strengthened pool as European-based players and club-returnees rejoin camp.

Tournament setup and stakes for Usa Vs Argentina

The SheBelieves Cup is an annual invitational round-robin held in the United States. This year’s quartet is shaped by a CONCACAF vs. CONMEBOL theme: the USA and Canada represent CONCACAF while Colombia and Argentina represent CONMEBOL. The tournament will feature six matches across three match days, with each day hosting a doubleheader and every team playing on Mar. 1, Mar. 4 and Mar. 7.

Standings are decided by points: three points for a win in regulation, one point for a tie after regulation, and an extra point awarded to the winner of the penalty-kick shootout that immediately follows tied matches. This edition allows 26-player tournament rosters for the first time, though only 23 players may be listed to suit up for any single match. If teams finish level on points, the tiebreakers include overall goal differential, most goals scored, and head-to-head results at the end of regulation.

Usa Vs Argentina: Match details and timing

The Usa Vs Argentina meeting is scheduled for Mar. 1 at 5: 00 p. m. ET as part of that day's doubleheader. Other confirmed match times for the tournament are:

Canada vs. Colombia — 2: 00 p. m. ET
Usa Vs Argentina — 5: 00 p. m. ET
Argentina vs. Colombia — 3: 30 p. m. ET (on one of the match days)
USA vs. Canada — 6: 45 p. m. ET (on one of the match days)

All games take place in U. S. venues across multiple cities: matches are scheduled in Nashville, Tennessee; Columbus, Ohio; and Harrison, New Jersey. Stadiums referenced for this tournament include ScottsMiracle-Gro Field in Columbus, Ohio, and Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey.

Roster breakdown for the U. S. and what to watch

Head coach Emma Hayes has framed this camp as an opportunity to solidify a core senior group after a year of experimentation. The U. S. roster includes three goalkeepers, nine defenders, eight midfielders and six forwards. Key roster entries are listed below.

Goalkeepers: Claudia Dickey (Seattle Reign FC), Mandy McGlynn (Utah Royals), Phallon Tullis-Joyce (Manchester United, ENG).

Defenders: Emily Fox (Arsenal FC, ENG), Naomi Girma (Chelsea FC, ENG), Avery Patterson (Houston Dash), Lilly Reale (Gotham FC), Tara Rudd (Washington Spirit), Emily Sams (Angel City FC), Emily Sonnett (Gotham FC), Gisele Thompson (Angel City FC), Kennedy Wesley (San Diego Wave FC).

Midfielders: Sam Coffey (Manchester City, ENG), Lindsey Heaps (OL Lyonnes, FRA), Claire Hutton (Bay FC), Riley Jackson (North Carolina Courage), Rose Lavelle (Gotham FC), Olivia Moultrie (Portland Thorns FC), Jaedyn Shaw (Gotham FC), Lily Yohannes (OL Lyonnes, FRA).

Forwards: Maddie Dahlien (Seattle Reign FC), Jameese Joseph (Chicago Stars FC), Trinity Rodman (Washington Spirit), Emma Sears (Racing Louisville FC), Ally Sentnor (Kansas City Current), Alyssa Thompson (Chelsea FC, ENG).

Notable storyline: Alyssa Thompson reunites with sister Gisele Thompson on the national team after a breakout first season at Chelsea and Gisele’s breakout year with Angel City. That sibling dynamic, combined with returning European-based players, will be watched closely for chemistry and impact. Trinity Rodman, who may be back in full form after a successful Janu — unclear in the provided context.

Standings, rankings and broader context

FIFA ranking context for the field: the United States is listed at No. 2, Canada at No. 10, Colombia at No. 20 and Argentina at No. 30. The U. S. holds a record seven SheBelieves Cup titles; France, England and Japan each hold one. Japan are not participating this year because they are competing in the Asian Cup for a spot in the 2027 Women’s World Cup. The U. S. is scheduled to face Japan in three consecutive matches in April.

How to watch the SheBelieves Cup and viewing notes

Fans can watch the doubleheader games on Mar. 1, Mar. 4 and Mar. 7. Broadcast coverage will be available on national English- and Spanish-language television outlets, and every tournament fixture will be available on major subscription streaming services in both English and Spanish. Radio coverage of the U. S. games will be offered in English and Spanish on national radio platforms.

Streaming and broadcast access reflect a mix of linear television and subscription options; viewers should verify availability with their preferred providers and note that match-day channel assignments may vary by game. Ticketing and local venue access are in effect for the matches in Nashville, Columbus and Harrison.

The Usa Vs Argentina matchup will be an early indicator of how Emma Hayes’ emerging core responds when European-based talent and key NWSL contributors are reunited; it also sets the stage for the U. S. run toward World Cup qualifying later in the year.