It is now part of history. The 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup is over for winners, losers and spectators alike. There was incredible drama, great goals, embarrassing mistakes and some wonderful memories.
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Somehow they survived the big scare. Just when they thought they were out, Abby Wambach pulled them back in. The rest should be plain sailing for the United States.
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When the camera is turned off I can relax and put my feet up. I can go get a coffee and a muffin, go back to my desk and watch the drama unfold. There's actually a little bit more to my job than that, but I will attempt not to bore you with the minutiae.
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The stars are beginning to emerge in Germany. It is always a team effort, of course, but every team has its leading lady. They are the game changers, who lead by example and inspire those around them.
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We know all about Germany. The powerful hosts are into the quarter-finals bidding for a hat trick of Women's World Cups. Read more »
Abby Wambach doesn't need a reminder. The times they are a-changing and she knows it. The playing field of women's soccer is no longer as lopsided as it was when she won the first of her 150 plus international caps ten years ago.
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Some have worked and waited a lifetime for this chance. A combination of sacrifice, dedication and determination has all led to this moment. There is one mission. Become World Champions.
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At last we can all be friends again. The deal has been done with all obstacles removed. No more negative rumour and speculation. Now we can look forward, with glowing hearts, to seeing Canada rise to meet the challenges ahead in Germany.
Carolina Morace is staying. The Italian head coach has shaken hands with the Canadian Soccer Association on a new deal which keeps her in the post until the 2012 London Olympics. Perhaps she'll still be around when Canada hosts the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2015.
About the Author
- Nigel Reedbrings his extensive experience, passion and knowledge of the game of soccer to his role as play-by-play announcer and soccer analyst on CBC. Reed has spent more than 20 years covering the game, most notably a five-year stint from 1999 to 2004 where he was a host and producer for the English Premier League for BBC. Since moving to Canada, Reed has become the voice of Major League Soccer on CBC. He was part of the CBC broadcast team for the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympic Games, covering weightlifting, taekwondo, and equestrian in addition to soccer. He was a member of the CBC 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa panel. During the tournament he proudly became a Canadian citizen.
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Opinion & Analysis
- 5 things we learned from the Women's World Cup
By Nigel Reed Jul 18, 2011 | 8:41 AM - Germany's fabulous final four
By Nigel Reed Jul 11, 2011 | 1:34 PM - Bigger isn't better for the Women's World Cup
By Nigel Reed Jul 7, 2011 | 3:25 PM - World Cup stars missing in action
By Nigel Reed Jul 4, 2011 | 12:59 PM - Japan not such a dark horse in Germany
By Nigel Reed Jul 1, 2011 | 7:38 PM
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