On the heels of their amazing win over Brazil, the US face another tough test in the high-octane French offense. Meanwhile, Japan will take their tough midfield play to a showdown with the in-form Swedes, who are riding high after trouncing Australia. PSP’s Allison Frank tells you what to expect on Wednesday.
Abby Wambach scored in extra time of overtime (!) to tie Brazil, and Hope Solo made a huge save to send the United States to the semi-finals of the Women’s World Cup. It was dramatic and special. It was simply indescribable.
Maura Gladys breaks down the five events that had the biggest influence on the outcome of the USA/Brazil quarterfinal that rocked the sports world.
The group stage showed off the very best the women’s game has to offer. Some superstars hit the ground running (Marta) while others need to step it up in the knockout rounds. Here is the best eleven players from the group stage, along with some of the low points thus far.
France ran riot over Canada and joins their German hosts in the quarterfinals.
Cheney and Buehler muscled the Americans past an exciting North Korean side that asked real questions of the USWNT.
Japan and Sweden count themselves lucky to have three points, and Mexico stylishly splits with England. Group B & C action from the Women’s World Cup!
New PSP contributor Maura Gladys looks at the three Independence players on the USWNT ahead of Tuesday’s opening group stage match against North Korea.
France sneaks by Nigeria and WPS star Christine Sinclair scores the first goal on Germany since World Cup 2003.
PSP’s Allison Frank previews the Women’s World Cup, where the USWNT faces tough Group C competition from Korea, Colombia and Sweden.
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