USWNT vs. Spain: Kickoff Time, TV Channels and What to Know at Audi Field
The world's top two women's teams meet Saturday in Washington, D.C. Here is when the USWNT-Spain friendly starts, where to watch, and who is missing.
The U.S. women's national team faces reigning World Cup champion Spain in a friendly that pairs the two highest-ranked teams in the world. The match kicks off Saturday afternoon at Audi Field.
How to watch USWNT vs. Spain
U.S. Soccer lists several ways to follow the game. English-language TV is on TBS, with streaming on HBO Max. Spanish-language coverage is on Telemundo and Universo, and Peacock also carries it. Radio listeners can tune in to Westwood One Sports.
Fans going in person should note a few details from U.S. Soccer. A block party begins at 11:00 a.m. ET in Parcel B outside the stadium. The venue encourages fans not to bring bags, to speed up entry.
Lineups and who is missing
Starting lineups were not available in the source material, so check the official team announcements closer to kickoff. What is known is who will not play.
The U.S. is without defender Naomi Girma and midfielder Sam Coffey. Both withdrew from camp before arriving because of injuries picked up with their clubs, Chelsea and Manchester City. Girma has a recurring calf problem that head coach Emma Hayes said was happening "too often."
Spain is without three-time Ballon d'Or winner Aitana Bonmatí. Her comeback from a broken leg has been delayed by recent pain.
What Hayes is saying
Hayes said beating Spain will take a team effort rather than individual brilliance. "In order to defend well against them, you have to do it well as a collective," she told reporters Friday.
She has called the match against Spain "essential" preparation for the 2027 World Cup. Spain has already qualified, while the U.S. must still qualify next month. These are the first games of an international window in four months. The U.S. last played in June, splitting two road games with World Cup host Brazil.
Background and storylines
This is only the fifth meeting between the sides and the first since 2022. The U.S. are reigning Olympic champions.
Crystal Dunn will be honored with a retirement celebration before kickoff. She earned 160 caps, scored 25 goals and added 20 assists. She was part of the 2019 World Cup-winning squad and the 2024 Olympic gold medal team. The first 2,000 fans through the gates get a Dunn bobblehead.
Four players on the roster have local ties. Emily Fox and Lily Yohannes are from Virginia. Trinity Rodman and Tara Rudd play for the Washington Spirit, who share Audi Field.
The 20,000-seat stadium is where the USWNT holds a 2W-0L-1D record. Its most recent game there was a 3-0 win over Canada on July 2, 2025.
What it means for you
If you plan to watch at home, the game is on both broadcast and streaming options, including in Spanish. Arrive early if you're attending, travel light, and check the Washington forecast. Tuesday's rematch in Chester, Pennsylvania, gives a second chance to see the two sides.
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Quick answers
What time is USA vs. Spain?
Kickoff is 2:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, Oct. 10. The stadium's block party starts at 11:00 a.m. ET.
Is Aitana Bonmatí playing for Spain?
No. Her return from a broken leg has been delayed by recent pain, and she is not part of Spain's side for this match.
Where is the second game?
The two teams play again Tuesday in Chester, Pennsylvania.
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