For the past 20 years, the United States and France have been playing in one of the most intense matches in women's football. While the Americans lost the semi-finals 2-0 to the Americans, the game wasn't over. France scored a late goal for a 2-1 victory. Wendie Renard, a 6-foot-2 defender, headed the ball past Alyssa Naeher. This goal could set the stage for French offensive efforts in second half. However, the United States still has 8 minutes to secure a draw.
Results for Uswnt Vs France World Cup
The United States women's national team will face France in the women's world cup. Both sides are well-versed in large matches and have a solid pedigree. France has won two of the three previous meetings and drawn one. France won by 3-1 earlier this year over the USA.
The USWNT entered the locker room with an urgency. Valerie Gauvin's header in the first period was stopped by Alyssa Neher, U.S. goalkeeper. Shortly after, the United States equalized with a Sam Mewis goal. France was losing possession, and it looks like they will play into overtime.
Megan Rapinoe's performance
Megan Rapinoe was remarkable during the US-France world cup 2019 quarterfinals. The American forward scored a brace, and was present throughout the match's first half. She made sure to acknowledge the irony of the situation as she ran away after scoring an early free kick.
Rapinoe scored her debut goal in the opening half, giving the United States the lead. Her second goal, in the second quarter, proved to be the difference. The United States led by 1-0. France was able to score a late goal due to Wendie Renard's free kick. Rapinoe was celebrating her 50th international career goal. It helped the United States reach the quarterfinals in the world cup.
Becky Sauerbrunn performing
Becky Sauerbrunn, a 34-year-old defender and two-time Olympian, will co-captain the United States women's soccer team this summer in France. USA wants to repeat 2015's World Cup win. She was the team's center back during the 2015 World Cup. She was an outstanding player at a young age and is now co-captaining the team.
While the Americans may have a better team, there are still new faces in the American squad. Although Sauerbrunn made a critical mistake in the 1-0 victory over Spain, she has learned from it. She was relieved her team made it to the next round after she admitted her error.
Megan Renard's prolific goalscoring record
Megan Renard's impressive goalscoring record at the world cups makes her a strong contender for the Best FIFA Female Player award. The 30-year-old is one of France's most decorated players, having won a record 14 French League titles and seven European Cups. Additionally, she has scored over 100 goals in Lyon and 28 for France. Renard is a strong candidate for the award, even though she has only participated in four matches for France. France's place in the tournament was secured by Renard's header in a UEFA Euro 2022 match against Austria.
Renard has also scored in four of the past five World Cups, a record that is the most prolific in the tournament. Her prolific goalscoring record is a testament to the quality of her attacking play. She is a powerful striker with a good left foot and is more than capable of scoring from distance.
USA Sues United States Soccer Federation
The U.S. Soccer Federation is under fire for its attitude in the pay dispute involving the women's and men’s soccer teams. Many supporters and sponsors have been disillusioned by the federation's decision not to hire lobbyists to fight the suit against women's soccer. The women's team took a similar approach and used social media followings as a weapon to diffuse uncomfortable exchanges in court.
A lawsuit filed against the USSF sparked outrage in the soccer community when it accused the federation of discriminatory behavior and sexism. In response to the backlash, Carlos Cordeiro (USSF president) resigned in March 2020. Cordeiro was re-elected by Cone to be the president of USSF. Cordeiro continues to serve on the USSF board. However, Cone is running for President again.