The US women's national soccer team was unable to contain Thailand's strong attack. However, the 13-0 loss to Thailand was indicative of a bigger problem: Women's football isn’t supported as well as men's. While the US team has a well-funded program, Thailand doesn't. The federations would rather divert resources toward their male counterparts than support women's football.
United States wins first game of 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup
The United States has won the title, after setting a new record with their 13-0 win over Thailand to kick off the tournament. After beating the Netherlands 2-0 on 7 July, the women's national team now sits in third. The Dutch were making their debut at the tournament after making it to the finals last year. Other newcomers to the tournament include South Africa, Chile, Scotland, and Jamaica.
Alex Morgan scored five goals to open the U.S. Women’s national soccer league. She has now scored 26 goals this year. She was the 32nd different US player to score at the World Cup. France and Germany have more. Carli Lloyd and Michelle Akers have also scored hat tricks for the USA. Alex Morgan's opener tied the record of five goals in a World Cup match, which she shared with Michelle Akers.
Morgan scores five goals
The USA women’s soccer team opened their title defense against Thailand with a bang. Morgan scored five goals in halftime, matching the record set four years ago by Michelle Akers against Canada. Thailand only managed two goals in the first period, while the US had 27 percent possession. The U.S. beat Thailand 15-1 in the second half. This was in favor of the U.S. however, Thailand didn't lose its lead.
Five goals were scored in the United States' victory against Thailand, with two coming from the penalty spot. Morgan led in the free kick, which she took after receiving a pass form Crystal Dunn. The second came from Mewis, who had played out wide before being tripped by Morgan and guiding her shot into the box. Morgan also assisted Lavelle with her second goal. Both goals were scored in the final minute.
Goalkeeper Sukanya Chor Charoenying
Sukanya Charoenying, the Thai goalkeeper, was at her best against the United States. This kept the score even. She was asked to make several saves, and the ball that was passing her was finally tipped over by America. The score so thrilled the pro-American crowd they started a chorus of "Go USA!" throughout the game.
The USWNT's victory over Thailand was defended by Carli Lloyd. Carli Lloyd, however, stood by the United States team and defended them against some mocking remarks. The United States goalkeeper thanked Lloyd for offering words of encouragement. Lloyd was also thanked for her words of encouragement.
Pay disparity between men and women in US soccer
On Sunday, the U.S. Women's Soccer Team shocked the world with an amazing 2-0 win over the Netherlands. The women have won four World Cups, while the men have yet to do so. Women have never been paid the same amount as men, despite winning four titles. This is one of many reasons the U.S. Soccer Federation denies women equal pay.
Although the US's recent performance in soccer has highlighted the disparity in pay between men and female players, this has long been a topic of controversy. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand recently highlighted the team's 13-0 victory over Thailand. The US women have scored over the Thai team's goals in one World Cup game. It is a record by any nation.