Before Chile's World Cup match against USA, what do you know about the Women's National Soccer Team? Here are three facts you should know: Who's Christiane Endler, goalkeeper? How many players will be in the starting eleven? What number of players will make it into the starting eleven? What about the FIFA and USWNT controversy? Continue reading for more information.
U.S. women's soccer team against Chile
This is a fascinating matchup. Both teams met in 2018 fall, and both ended in a USA win. The United States is currently the Women's World Cup champion, so Chile faces a formidable test. Both teams have great players, but the U.S. overall team is better.
Christiane Endler is the goalkeeper
The United States Women's National Team won 2-0 against Chile in Tuesday's World Cup opening match. Carli Lloyd scored twice, while Julie Ertz scored one. The USWNT now stands at 3-0-0 against Chile. The USWNT leads Group A on goal differential. On Thursday, they will take on Sweden. The USWNT is expected to win the match. They will also be looking to extend their winning streak.
Start lineup
Which players to start in the Women's Soccer USA vs Chile match? The United States will look to continue their unbeaten streak in the group stage but a win against Chile could be vital for their Olympic dreams. The United States is currently ranked fourth worldwide and has won 20 out of 38 matches. Their last match saw them defeat Sweden 66-38. Although they had a dominant possession advantage and scored in the first period, they saw the ball only 28%. The USA never faltered despite having only seven stars at the start of the match. Carli Lloyd was able to score two goals and miss a third.
Disputes between FIFA and USWNT
For a long time, the dispute between U.S. football and FIFA has simmered. But it is finally reaching its head. Four months prior to the Women's World Cup, an action was taken on behalf of U.S. players. It alleged gender discrimination. Players claim they get less money than men and aren't given equal working conditions.
Players with more than 200 caps for the team
Becky Sauerbrunn already has 200 caps. This makes her the 12th player ever to do this in USWNT History. She will also be the fourth player to surpass this mark as a defender. This feat comes just months after the Dutch captain achieved this milestone. It will also surpass the achievement of General Manager Kate Markgraf. Her achievement comes two years after a certain player captained the U.S. national team for the first time since her 100th cap celebration game.
Endler's denial to Press
Christen Press teed Lindsey Horan to the U.S. goal. However, Endler emerged from her goal and denied her tapin. Press's strike would have given Chile the lead, but Endler made a world-class save. She has a special instinct and is used to making stunning saves. The game's highlight was the 68th minute save.