With a potent attack, the US women's national team had a tough time containing Thailand's powerful attack. The team's defeat of 13-0 was a sign that women's soccer is not supported as much as men's. Thailand, unlike the USA, has no well-funded programs. The federations would rather give resources to their male counterparts that support women's footbal.
United States wins its first game at the FIFA Women's World Cup 2019.
The United States has won the title, after setting a new record with their 13-0 win over Thailand to kick off the tournament. The United States' women's national soccer team has moved up to third after beating the Netherlands, 2-0, on July 7. The tournament was the Dutch's first appearance after they reached the finals last season. South Africa, Chile (and Scotland) are other newcomers.
Alex Morgan scored five goals to open the U.S. Women’s national soccer league. She has now scored 26 goals this year. She became the 32nd different American player to score during the World Cup. France and Germany are the only two that have more. Carli Lloyd and Michelle Akers also scored hat-tricks on behalf of 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 started off their title defense in style against Thailand. Morgan scored five goals during the first period, equaling the record set by Michelle Akers four years ago against Canada. The US held 27 percent of possession in the first half. Thailand had only two shots on target. In the second period, Thailand was outshot 15-1 by the U.S. The U.S. won, but Thailand did not let this lead slip.
Five goals were scored in the United States' victory against Thailand, with two coming from the penalty spot. The first came from Morgan, who guided in a free kick after a pass from Crystal Dunn. Mewis took the second goal. Mewis played wide before Morgan tripped her. Morgan was also involved in Lavelle's second goal. Both players scored in the last minute.
Goalkeeper Sukanya Chor Charoenying
Sukanya Chor Charoenying, Thai goalkeeper, was at the top of her game when she stood in front the United States net against Thailand. The score was lopsided. She was called upon to make a series of saves and a ball that whizzed past her was eventually tipped over by the United States. The score was so well received by the pro-American crowd, they started singing "Go USA!" The game went on for over an hour.
Carli Lloyd stood by the USWNT's win over Thailand. Carli Lloyd was the one who defended the United States' players. Lloyd gave the United States goalkeeper words of encouragement. Lloyd was also commended by the goalkeeper for his words of encouragement.
Pay disparity between men and women in US soccer
The U.S. Women's Soccer Team beat the Netherlands 2-0 on Sunday. While the men have won four World Cups already, the women have not yet. Women have never received the same income as men, and they have won four titles. This is one reason why the U.S. Soccer Federation has not paid women the same amount as men.
The long-standing issue of pay disparities between men/women in the US soccer teams has been a matter of contention. However, the recent performances by the United States have been the most notable. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand recently praised the team's victory over Thailand of 13-0. The US women have scored more goals than the Thai team in a single World Cup game, a record for any nation.