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Team News
- Despite loss, plenty of optimism for U.S. video
- Once the Americans get over the disappointment of coming up just short at the Women's World Cup, they'll find plenty of reasons for optimism.
- Japan upsets U.S. in Women's World Cup final video
- Japan defeated the United States 3-1 in a penalty shootout in the final of the FIFA Women's World Cup Sunday in Frankfurt, Germany.
- Japan beats U.S. in Women's World Cup final video
- Japan became the first Asian nation to win the Women's World Cup on Sunday from Frankfurt, Germany, beating the United States in a penalty shootout after both sides were level at 2-2 after extra time.
- video Team USA in the spotlight back home
- The U.S. women's team is garnering attention back home as they vie to win their third Women's World Cup crown.
- video Preview: Women's World Cup final
- CBC Sports' reporter Brenda Irving reports from Germany ahead of Sunday's World Cup final betwen Japan and the United States.
- Japan, U.S. out to make World Cup history video
- The United States seeks a third FIFA Women's World Cup crown and Japan will attempt to become the first Asian nation to win the title when the two teams meet in Sunday's final from Frankfurt, Germany (CBC, CBCSports.ca, 2:30 p.m. ET).
- Women's World Cup final: The experts' picks video
- Our panel of soccer experts from CBC Sports and Rogers Sportsnet weigh in with their picks and predictions for Sunday's FIFA Women's World Cup final between Japan and the United States (CBC, CBCSports.ca, 2:30 p.m. ET).
- blog Can Japan get the better of the United States?
- If Japan can get the best of the United States in the Women's World Cup final on Sunday, it will be a storyline fit for Hollywood, writes CBC Sports soccer commentator Jason de Vos.
- Bumpy road looking pretty good now for Americans video
- Eight months after having to win a playoff just to get to Germany, the Americans play Japan in the Women's World Cup final on Sunday.
- World Cup final a clash of styles video
- With two World Cup titles and three Olympic gold medals, the United States has history on its side in Sunday's final against Japan.
Team Gallery
Squad Roster
| No. | Player | Pos |
|---|---|---|
| 19 | Rachel Buehler | DF |
| 14 | Stephanie Cox | DF |
| 6 | Amy LePeilbet | DF |
| 2 | Heather Mitts | DF |
| 3 | Christie Rampone | DF |
| 4 | Becky Sauerbrunn | DF |
| 12 | Lauren Cheney | FW |
| 13 | Alex Morgan | FW |
| 5 | Kelley O'Hara | FW |
| 8 | Amy Rodriguez | FW |
| 20 | Abby Wambach | FW |
| 18 | Nicole Barnhart | GK |
| 21 | Jillian Loyden | GK |
| 1 | Hope Solo | GK |
| 7 | Shannon Boxx | MF |
| 17 | Tobin Heath | MF |
| 11 | Ali Krieger | MF |
| 16 | Lori Lindsey | MF |
| 10 | Carli Lloyd | MF |
| 9 | Heather O'Reilly | MF |
| 15 | Megan Rapinoe | MF |
Standings - Group Stage
| Group C | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweden | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| United States | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
| Korea DPR | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Colombia | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
Team Leaders
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Abby Wambach | 4 |
| Lauren Cheney | 2 |
| Alex Morgan | 2 |
| Heather O'Reilly | 1 |
| Carli Lloyd | 1 |
| Rachel Buehler | 1 |
| Megan Rapinoe | 1 |
| Shannon Boxx | 0 |
| Christie Rampone | 0 |
| Hope Solo | 0 |
Team Profile
Quick Facts
- Soccer Confederation:
- Confederation of North, Central American and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF)
- Current FIFA World Ranking:
- 1
- Team Nickname:
- The Stars and Stripes
- Team colours:
- White jerseys / white shorts
| Strengths | Weaknesses | Prospects | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
| As the No. 1 ranked team in the world and a proven track record (three bronze medals and two World Cup crowns), the United States' reputation in the women's game proceeds them… The U.S. has great depth at every position, and is able to call on several world-class players… The Americans are a legitimate threat going forward (led by forward Abby Wambach), are able to score goals at will and dominate teams with their sublime possession skills. | You have to wonder if the Americans are feeling less than confident after being upset by Mexico in the World Cup qualifiers (and not winning the CONCACAF championship), and being forced to play and beat Italy in a two-game playoff to book their place in Germany&hellip The U.S. lost to England earlier this year, a clear sign that the era of American superiority is over, and that if you catch them on the right day, you can beat the U.S.&hellip The Americans won't have an easy time of it in Group C with North Korea and Sweden, two powers of the women's game. | The Americans are number one according to FIFA's World rankings and, on their day, are unstoppable. Their World Cup experience will stand them in good stead and they will be expected to top Group C. It remains to be seen whether their qualifying slip was a blip or the start of a downward trend. Earlier this year, they lost to England for the first time, but many believe the U.S. will peak for Germany. Expect another strong performance from the two-time World champions. | Pia Sundhage is used to winning. The 51-year-old Swede, a former Women's World Cup striker, took over Team USA after helping China reach the quarter-finals of the 2007 tournament. She subsequently led the Americans to a gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. With Sundhage at the helm the U.S. has also won the annual Algarve Cup three years out of four, losing to Sweden on penalties in the 2009 final. |
World Cup History
From humble beginnings
World Cup History
Memorable Moments
Team Matches
Group Stage - Group C
| Home | Score | Away | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA | 2 - 0 | PRK | Final |
| USA | 3 - 0 | COL | Final |
| SWE | 2 - 1 | USA | Final |
Quarter-Finals
| Home | Score | Away | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRA | 2 - 2 | USA | Final (SO) |
Semi-Finals
| Home | Score | Away | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRA | 1 - 3 | USA | Final |
Championship
| Home | Score | Away | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| JPN | 2 - 2 | USA | Final (SO) |
Star Profile
Abby Wambach
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