The U.S. Women’s National Team has captured a record fourth World Cup, defeating the Netherlands 2-0.
From The New York Times:
“Megan Rapinoe and Rose Lavelle scored second-half goals for the United States, who needed more than an hour to solve a tenacious defensive effort by the Netherlands. Rapinoe broke the dam with a penalty kick in the 61st minute, and Lavelle sealed the victory with a driving run up the center in the 69th.
“It was the second straight World Cup title for a dozen of the American players, who claimed their first in Canada four years ago. It also cemented their status as the gold standard in women’s soccer, even as Europe — led by teams like the Netherlands — mounts a sustained assault on their crown.“
From NBC News:
“The win comes after a season that was marked by representation, controversy, calls for equal pay, and public battles against President Donald Trump.
“In June, Rapinoe said in a recorded interview that she would decline to visit the White House if invited by Trump. In a video clip shared on social media, Rapinoe told a reporter, “I’m not going to the f—ing White House.”
No reaction from Donald Trump yet about the win, but the First Lady did put out this tweet.