A pair of saves by Alyssa Naeher and an incredible goal from Sam Kerr helped Chicago beat NC Courage in front of a club record crowd of 17,388.
NWSL: Lynn Williams (30′) Chicago Red Stars 0-1 NC Courage
Kate Markgraf and Alejandro Moreno break down how the U.S. were able to outplay England while not at their best and reach the World Cup final. LYON, France — There had been plenty of drama and controversy leading into the semifinal clash between the USWNT and England, but the match that unfolded Tuesday had a bit of everything: pregame drama, physical play, controversial calls, a penalty kick and a red card.
But the Lionesses’ fate — a 2-1 loss against the defending champs — could be encapsulated in a 20-minute span in the second half.
We break down the key moments of that stretch, including statistical impacts and reaction on social…
Alyssa Naeher describes what it means to her to be the USWNT’s starting goalkeeper at the World Cup after playing backup to Hope Solo in 2015.