The match between France and the USA has been one of most exciting in women's soccer over the past two decades. The Americans lost 2-0 in the semifinals but it wasn't over. France scored a late winner to win 2-1. A 6-foot-2 defender, Wendierenard, sent the ball past Alyssa Naeher. The goal sets the stage for French offensive effort in the second. The United States has still eight minutes to keep the draw alive.
Results for Uswnt Vs France World Cup
France and the United States will be taking on the women's global cup. Both teams have experience in big matches. They also both have a strong pedigree. France has won twice, and draw once in the three last meetings. France is coming off a 3-1 win over the USA earlier this year.
The USWNT came out the locker rooms with a sense o urgency. Valerie Gauvin's header against the goalie of the United States was blocked by Alyssa Neher. Soon after, the United States won with a Sam Mewis header. France continues to lose possession, so it seems they will enter overtime.
Megan Rapinoe’s performance
Megan Rapinoe’s performance at the US vs France World Cup 2019 Quarterfinals was exceptional. The American forward scored a brace, and was present throughout the match's first half. As she ran away from the goal, she acknowledged the irony and took a quick free kick.
Rapinoe scored her first goal in the first half as the United States took the lead. She scored her second goal in half two, which was the difference in this match. The United States led the match 1-0. France came back with a late goal, thanks to Wendierenard's free kick. Rapinoe's 50th international goal in her career helped the United States reach their first quarterfinals of the World Cup.
Becky Sauerbrunn performing
Becky Sauerbrunn (34) is a 34 year-old defender and two time Olympian who will co-captain America's women's soccer side by side in France. USA wants to repeat 2015's World Cup win. She played every minute in the middle back position during the 2015 World Cup. She was an outstanding player at a young age and is now co-captaining the team.
Although the Americans have an experienced team, there are still a few new players in their squad. Sauerbrunn was a bit sloppy in her 1-0 win over Spain but has learned from that. She admitted that she made a mistake during the 1-0 win over Spain and was happy to see that her team had advanced to the next round.
Megan Renard's prolific goalscoring record
Megan Renard's exemplary goalscoring record at this world cup makes her a candidate for the Best FIFA Woman's Player award. The 30-year old Renard is France's most decorated player. She has won 14 French League titles and seven European Cups. Additionally, she has scored over 100 goals in Lyon and 28 for France. Renard has been an impressive candidate for the award despite only having played in four matches against France. France's tournament spot was secured thanks to Renard’s headshot in a UEFA Euro 2022 qualifying game against Austria.
Renard has also been a scorer in four of the five previous World Cups. This is the longest streak in the tournament's history. Renard's impressive goalscoring record speaks volumes about her attacking play. She is a strong striker and has a great left foot.
USA sued United States Soccer Federation
The U.S. Soccer Federation faces major criticism over its position on the wage dispute between women and men's football teams. The federation's decision to hire lobbyists to oppose the women's team's lawsuit has alienated many sponsors and fans. The women's soccer team is following a similar strategy, using social media followers to make uncomfortable arguments in court.
An outcry erupted in the soccer community after a lawsuit was filed against the USSF. The suit accused the federation discriminatory behavior and sexism. In response to the backlash, Carlos Cordeiro (USSF president) resigned in March 2020. Cordeiro was replaced by Cone as president of the USSF. While Cordeiro is still a USSF board member, he is running for president again.