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The United States got the World Cup final it wanted more than any other: a chance to avenge a shootout loss to Japan in the 2011 World Cup final.
Oh, the Americans would have gladly accepted any opponent in a World Cup final, but a victory over just any other team would not have been as sweet.
Once the USA had reached the final, the Americans were secretly rooting for Japan to beat England in the other semifinal. And when Japan prevailed on an unlikely own goal, the USA had the matchup it wanted.
How badly do the Americans want to beat Japan?
Well, Abby Wambach remembers the date by heart: July 17, 2011. And the Americans, who got even by beating Japan in the gold medal game of the 2012 Olympics, insist the payback isn't complete yet.
The two teams meet Sunday at 7 p.m. Eastern.
Read more: USA vs. Japan: What time is the World Cup final on Sunday? | NJ-com
USA Wins the World Cup The USA's 5-2 victory over Japan in the Women's World Cup soccer final roused the nation Sunday, sparking celebrations far and wide, online and off.
Vice President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill Biden, personally attended the match, while President Barack Obama posted an invitation to the White House to the winners: USA Wins the World Cup! Joy, Sexism and That Kiss Dominate Post-Game Reaction - NBC News
Vice President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill Biden, personally attended the match, while President Barack Obama posted an invitation to the White House to the winners: USA Wins the World Cup! Joy, Sexism and That Kiss Dominate Post-Game Reaction - NBC News
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Manne wrote:
USA Wins the World Cup The USA's 5-2 victory over Japan in the Women's World Cup soccer final roused the nation Sunday, sparking celebrations far and wide, online and off.
Vice President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill Biden, personally attended the match, while President Barack Obama posted an invitation to the White House to the winners: USA Wins the World Cup! Joy, Sexism and That Kiss Dominate Post-Game Reaction - NBC News
Congratulation America well done!
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Congratulation America well done!
FIFA is giving the U.S. $2 million for its World Cup win. It gave Germany $35 million in 2014. | For The Win.
well done America
well done America
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FIFA is giving the U.S. $2 million for its World Cup win. It gave Germany $35 million in 2014. | For The Win.
well done America
It's a big money differently but I am sure that most of the people know that FIFA Is corrupt. And that's a Fact
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It's a big money differently but I am sure that most of the people know that FIFA Is corrupt. And that's a Fact
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Oh, the Americans would have gladly accepted any opponent in a World Cup final, but a victory over just any other team would not have been as sweet.
Once the USA had reached the final, the Americans were secretly rooting for Japan to beat England in the other semifinal. And when Japan prevailed on an unlikely own goal, the USA had the matchup it wanted.
How badly do the Americans want to beat Japan?
Well, Abby Wambach remembers the date by heart: July 17, 2011. And the Americans, who got even by beating Japan in the gold medal game of the 2012 Olympics, insist the payback isn't complete yet.
The two teams meet Sunday at 7 p.m. Eastern.
Read more: USA vs. Japan: What time is the World Cup final on Sunday? | NJ-com