France and the United States have been one of the most competitive matches in women's soccer for the past two decades. In the semifinals, the Americans came up short 2-0, but the game was not over. France scored a late goal and went up 2-1. A 6-foot-2 defender, Wendie Renard, kicked the ball past Alyssa Neher. The goal is likely to set the stage for more French offensive efforts in the second half. However, the United States still have eight minutes to maintain a draw.
Results for Uswnt Vs France World Cup
France and the United States will be taking on the women's global cup. Both sides are well-versed in large matches and have a solid pedigree. France has won twice and drew once in the last three meetings. France has just won 3-1 over the USA in this match.
The USWNT walked out of the locker-room with a sense urgency. In the first half, Valerie Gauvin's header was blocked by U.S. goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher. Soon after, the United States scored a Sam Mewis header. France was losing possession, and it looks like they will play into overtime.
Megan Rapinoe's performance
Megan Rapinoe’s performance at the US vs France World Cup 2019 Quarterfinals was exceptional. The American forward scored two goals and was present in the first match. As she ran away from the goal, she acknowledged the irony and took a quick free kick.
Rapinoe scored her debut goal in the opening half, giving the United States the lead. Her second goal in the second period proved to be crucial. The United States was ahead 1-0 until France scored a late goal thanks to a free kick headed in by Wendie Renard. Rapinoe scored her 50th international goal of her career and helped the United States reach its first quarterfinals at the world cup.
Becky Sauerbrunn performing
Becky Sauerbrunn will co-captain this summer's United States women’s soccer squad 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. At a young age she was an exceptional player and is now cocaptaining team.
The Americans are a more experienced team but there are still many new players in the squad. Although Sauerbrunn made a critical mistake in the 1-0 victory over Spain, she has learned from it. After the game, Sauerbrunn acknowledged her error and was glad that her team advanced 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. Renard, 30, is France's most decorated footballer. She has won a record fourteen French League titles and seven European Cups. In addition, she has scored over 100 goals for Lyon and 28 for the national team. Renard is a strong candidate for the award, even though she has only participated in four matches for France. France was guaranteed a spot in the tournament thanks to Renard's early head in a UEFA Euro 2022 qualifier match against Austria.
Renard also has scored in four of five World Cups in the past, which is the best record in the tournament. She's a skilled attacker whose prolific goalscoring record reflects her skill. She is a skilled striker who has a strong left foot and can score from distance.
USA Sues United States Soccer Federation
The U.S. Soccer Federation is facing major criticism for its stance in the pay dispute between the men and women'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 USSF provoked outrage in the soccer world when it claimed that the federation was discriminatory and sexism. Due to backlash, Carlos Cordeiro was forced to resign as president of the USSF in March 2020. Cordeiro was replaced as president by Cone. Cordeiro is still an active member of the USSF board, but he is running again for president.