USA beats Brazil 1-0 in chaotic friendly as eight red cards shown to Brazil players and staff
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Summary
In a chaotic friendly match in Fortaleza, the USA women's national team defeated Brazil 1-0, with eight red cards shown to Brazil players and staff. Brazil head coach Arthur Elias and three staff members were ejected late in the second half, and forward Bia Zaneratto received a second yellow card for pushing Emily Sonnet. USA manager Emma Hayes described the experience as unforgettable.
Key quotes
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Forward Bia Zaneratto was sent off when she picked up a second yellow for pushing Emily Sonnet
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