France and the United States have been a fierce rival in women’s soccer for over two decades. Although the Americans fell short by 2-0 in the semifinals, it was not the end of the story. France scored a late winner to win 2-1. A 6-foot-2 defender, Wendie Reinard, took the ball past Alyssa Naeher. This goal may set the tone for French offensive efforts during the second period. 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 extensive experience in big matches, and both have strong pedigrees. France has won twice and drew once in the last three meetings. France won by 3-1 earlier this year over the USA.
The USWNT entered the locker room with an urgency. Valerie Gauvin was unable to score a header during the first half due to American goalkeeper Alyssa Neher. Soon after, the United States tied the game with a Sam Mewis header. But France has been losing possession, and it appears they will go into overtime.
Megan Rapinoe performs
Megan Rapinoe's performance during the US vs France world cup 2019 quarterfinals was a standout moment. The American forward scored brace and was in full control during the match's opening half. After scoring an early goal free kick, she didn't hesitate to admit the irony.
Rapinoe scored a goal for the United States in the first half. Her second goal in the second period proved to be crucial. 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 performed
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. During the 2015 World Cup, she played every minute for the team in the center back position. She was a brilliant player when she was young and now she co-captains the team.
Although the Americans have a stronger team, they still have some fresh faces. While Sauerbrunn made a crucial mistake during the 1-0 win over Spain, she has since learned from the experience. After the game, she acknowledged her mistake and was relieved that her team would still advance to the next round.
Megan Renard's prolific goalscoring record
Megan Renard's exemplary record as a world cup goalscorer makes her a possible contender for this year's Best FIFA Women's Player prize. The 30-year-old is one of France's most decorated players, having won a record 14 French League titles and seven European Cups. Her national team record includes 28 goals and over 100 goals. While she has only played in four matches for France so far, Renard has already made a strong case for the award. France was guaranteed a spot in the tournament thanks to Renard's early head in a UEFA Euro 2022 qualifier match 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. She is known for her excellent attacking play and prolific goalscoring. She is a powerful striker, has a good left-foot and is capable of scoring from a distance.
USA Sues 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. Many sponsors and fans were disappointed by the decision of the federation to hire lobbyists in opposition to the lawsuit filed by women's soccer teams. Similar tactics were used by the women's team, which leveraged social media to take advantage of uncomfortable conversations in court.
A lawsuit filed against USSF provoked outrage in the soccer world when it claimed that the federation was discriminatory and sexism. The USSF president, Carlos Cordeiro, resigned in March 2020 due to the backlash. Cordeiro was replaced by Cone as president of the USSF. Cordeiro remains a member of the USSF Board, but he is running to be president again.