Posting a scintillating display of soccer Brazil whips the U.S. team to mark its first appearance to the Women’s World Cup final.
Brazilians bettered the United States in every sphere, talking of speed, counter-attack, ball-handling or teamwork. Superstar Marta, completely evaded U.S. defenders with her superb footwork to kick her second goal of the match.
Also, the tournament’s leading scorer, got a goal in each half to help inflict the heaviest U.S. defeat at a World Cup.
Seldom looking threatening on offense, the Americans had 10 players for half the match after Shannon Boxx received a red card.
U.S. Coach Greg Ryan said,
It was a very difficult game for us. I want to congratulate my players because until the 51st game, they’ve gone without a loss until tonight. I’m very proud of the effort they put in.
Americans and European teams have reigned the first two decades of women’s soccer with better organization, more money and worthy players, meanwhile Brazil that spends insignificant on the women’s game, has the edge in pure skill, backed by world soccer’s deepest pool of talent.
Now, it meets the defending champions Germany for the final trial, in two days time. Will Brazil create history? To boast alongside the men’s team that already surmounts a record haul, of five world titles.
Via: Bloomberg
