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Sunday, July 17, 2011

The Two-Way

U.S. Loses To Japan In Women's World Cup Final

Alex Morgan and Abby Wambach a goal during the FIFA Womens's World Cup Final between the United States of America and Japan.

July 17, 2011 Japan became the first Asian nation to win the Women's World Cup on Sunday, beating the United States in a penalty shootout after both sides were level at 2-2 after extra time. The Japanese denied the U.S. team the chance to become the first nation to lift the cup three times.

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Friday, July 15, 2011

The Two-Way

World Cup Final: U.S., Japan Vie To Make History

Power In Reserve: Strikers Alex Morgan (second from left) and Lauren Cheney have added firepower to the U.S. lineup, while midfielder Megan Rapinoe has adjusted to coming in off the bench to energize the American attack — and set up goals for Abby Wambach.

July 15, 2011 The FIFA Women's World Cup final pits the U.S. Women's National Team against Japan Sunday at 2:45 p.m., ET. During the game, the Two-Way will be live-blogging the action, as Abby Wambach leads her team against prolific striker Homare Sawa. We'll also have a post-game wrap-up.

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Wednesday, July 13, 2011

The Two-Way

U.S. Will Play Japan In Women's World Cup Final

Japan's midfielder Homare Sawa (10) scores the go-ahead goal against Sweden in their Women's World Cup semifinal match. Sawa has four goals in the tournament.

July 13, 2011 Hours after the U.S. team beat France to return to the Women's World Cup final for the first time since 1999, Japan beat Sweden, 3-1, in their semifinal match. The victory sets up the first game between the American women and the Japanese women in the 2011 tournament.

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The Two-Way

U.S. Beats France To Reach World Cup Final

Abby Wambach scores the second U.S. goal against France during their FIFA Women's World Cup 2011 semifinal match. The Americans won, 3-1.

July 13, 2011 The American women hope to win the World Cup for the first time since 1999. The win comes despite a 27-12 shooting edge for the French women. The Americans will face either Sweden or Japan, who play this afternoon.

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Monday, July 11, 2011

The Two-Way

U.S. Women 'Haven't Won Anything,' Wambach Says

U.S. forward Abby Wambach heads in the equalizer past Brazil's defender Daiane and goalkeeper Andreia Sunday in Dresden.

July 11, 2011 The U.S. women's national team could be forgiven for soaking in the glory of their gut-wrenching win over Brazil in the Women's World Cup quarterfinals. The tight game electrified fans, but Abby Wambach is not satisfied.

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Friday, July 08, 2011

The Two-Way

U.S. Women To Unveil 'Black Widow' Look Vs. Brazil

A Good Luck Charm? The U.S. women's team is undefeated when wearing all black since the uniforms were introduced on May 14. In that game against Japan, Ali Krieger battled for control of the ball.

July 8, 2011 The U.S. women's soccer team looks for a spark when they play Brazil in an elimination match of the FIFA Women's World Cup. One source of inspiration may be their new all-black uniforms, which the team will reportedly wear for the first time at the 2011 Cup.

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Thursday, June 30, 2011

The Two-Way

Women's World Cup 2011: A Quick Guide

Soccer fans attend the women's World Cup opener between Germany and Canada. In Germany, the game drew a TV audience of more than 18 million, or a quarter of the country's population — better stats than some men's matches garner.

June 30, 2011 The U.S. team is ranked No. 1 in the world, and they won gold in the recent Olympics. But they're not the clear favorite to win World Cup — that would be Germany, which is both the defending champion and the host country.

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Wednesday, June 29, 2011

The Two-Way

North Korea: Soccer Players Hit By Lightning Before Loss To U.S.

Abby Wambach of the United States battles against North Korea's Ri Un Hyang during the group C match between the United States and North Korea at the Women’s Soccer World Cup in Dresden, Germany, Tuesday, June 28, 2011.

June 29, 2011 It happened during training in North Korea, the women soccer team's manager says, and may have affected their play. Verifying the claim, of course, may be impossible.

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