USWNT Caps a Confident Year with a 2-0 Win Over China

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A Strong Finish That Sets Up Big Expectations for 2027

The U.S. Women’s National Team closed out 2025 with the kind of calm, controlled win that tells you their rebuild is working. A 2-0 victory over China wrapped their undefeated year at 12-3-0, and it showed a group that is settling into a sharper rhythm on both ends of the field.

The opener came from Chelsea’s standout forward, who scored for the third match in a row. Her timing in the box has become a reliable spark for the team this season, and this one set the tone early. Jaedyn Shaw doubled the lead with a clean finish that highlighted just how confident she’s become in the attacking third. The back line handled the rest, closing the match with a steady, focused clean sheet.

What makes this win matter is how it fits into the bigger picture. The team has spent the year building chemistry, testing new combinations, and refining a style that feels more controlled and less chaotic than before. Ending the year without a single loss sends a clear message: the foundation is solid, and the ceiling is rising.

Fans are already looking ahead to the 2027 World Cup, and performances like this give them good reason. The pieces are coming together, the younger players are owning their moments, and the veterans are setting the pace. If this finish is any indication, the next two years could be very exciting.