The US women’s gold-medal winning team may have dominated American soccer headlines the past month, but the US men have just made a resounding statement of their own. For the first time ever, the men’s national team has defeated Mexico on Mexican soil, thanks to late tally from Michael Orozco Fiscal. The game-winner, which was created by a trio of US substitutes, silenced the … [Read more...] about USA wins in Mexico for first time ever, 1-0
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London 2012: Olympic soccer quarterfinals observations
After nine goals in four women’s Olympic quarterfinal matches, two of the world’s top five teams have fallen, along with host nation Great Britain. As the remaining four teams shift focus towards Monday’s semifinals, let’s take a look back at how a marathon day of soccer shook down. France continues to surprise The most consistent part of France’s squad this tournament … [Read more...] about London 2012: Olympic soccer quarterfinals observations
London 2012 Olympics: Women’s soccer quarterfinals preview
With the group stages behind us, the quarterfinals of women’s Olympic soccer kick off tomorrow featuring several intriguing matchups. Among the eight remaining teams are six of the world’s top seven squads, as well as host-nation Great Britain, composed primarily of players from the world’s No. 9 England. The Olympic knockout stage will also feature six of the eight 2011 … [Read more...] about London 2012 Olympics: Women’s soccer quarterfinals preview
Alex Morgan, Hope Solo, Abby Wambach up for FIFA Player of the Year
The banner year for the USWNT continues as the World Cup run led to their three main stars: Alex Morgan, Hope Solo, and Abby Wambach being nominated for the highest individual honor a women's soccer player can achieve. The following ten women soccer players are up for the title of FIFA Women’s World Player of the Year 2011: … [Read more...] about Alex Morgan, Hope Solo, Abby Wambach up for FIFA Player of the Year
Japan Wins World Cup on Penalty Kicks; But USA Women Captured American Hearts This Week
In the summer lull, in the sports media graveyard that is MLB All-Star week, (and with two lockouts in the NBA and NFL in top of it, meaning zero free agency news) THIS is what we needed. As Americans sports fans and sports news consumers, the U.S. Women's soccer team stepped right in to fill the void. Led by star player Abby Wambach, and her two extremely photogenic … [Read more...] about Japan Wins World Cup on Penalty Kicks; But USA Women Captured American Hearts This Week
U.S. Women World Cup Final vs Japan: what to watch for
The U.S. Women's soccer team has a 22-0-3 record versus Japan. So you can see why they're heavily favored today. Of course, ESPN felt the need to give us YET ANOTHER one of those dumb-you-down "sports success remedies a natural disaster" stories this morning; where they dubbed Japan the "sentimental favorite." Sara Walsh, you are a hottie (see more pics here) but how could … [Read more...] about U.S. Women World Cup Final vs Japan: what to watch for
US Women Advance to World Cup Final, Beat France 3-1, Await Japan/Sweden
The United States' semi-final World Cup victory over France today was one of the biggest victories in U. history. And just like in the last round, it was the Abby Wambach and Goaltender Hope Solo show. The U.S. and A (as Borat would say) defeated France 3-1 on two late strikes, including a set piece goal. Wambach seems to always be in the right place at the right time, and … [Read more...] about US Women Advance to World Cup Final, Beat France 3-1, Await Japan/Sweden