U.S. Sees Holes In Brazilians' Spotty Defense by Steven Goff (Preview | Washington Post - September 26) From afar during this Women's World Cup, the U.S. players have admired Brazil's stylish attack and spectacular goals, its demolition of the host team in group play and its perseverance against Australia in the quarterfinals.more details | go to article
Changing Of The Goalie: Scurry Will Start For U.S. by Steven Goff (Profile/Interview | Washington Post - September 26) It is not unusual for a soccer coach to make a change to his starting lineup before a crucial match. It is, however, highly unusual -- and potentially disruptive -- to change goalkeepers on the eve of a significant game.more details | go to article
The Talk Of The Cup by Mark Bechtel (Profile/Interview | Sports Illustrated - September 25) In leading the U.S. to the semifinals of the World Cup, Abby Wambach has netted goals every way possible. Just ask the bruising forward about it (or anything else)more details | go to article
USA, Brazil Play In Women's World Cup Semifinals by Jim Stevenson (Preview | Voice of America - September 25) The semi-final round of the Women's World Cup football (soccer) tournament concludes Thursday in Hangzhou, China, with Brazil seeking its first title at the event. But as VOA's Jim Stevenson reports, heavily favored United States is standing in the way of the South American team.more details | go to article
Solo, U.S. Target Final Berth by Gary Rose (Profile/Interview | Yahoo - September 25) United States goalkeeper Hope Solo has targeted Brazil's defense as the weakness the two-time world champions need to exploit if they are to secure a place in the World Cup final.more details | go to article
Ryan's Goalkeeper Switch Backfires In A Big Way by Erin Paul (Profile/Interview | CBC - September 27) A very interesting night here in Hangzhou. The risky gamble by American head coach Greg Ryan to bench his star goalie Hope Solo in favour of the untried - at least in this tournament - Briana Scurry, was very much debated in our media centre. The American sportswriters couldn't believe his decision, and were lambasting it before the game even started.more details | go to article
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