The United States has asserted its status as favorite and is on its way to defend the world title. He held the pressure in a difficult match against a brilliant England team.
Alex Morgan scored the winning goal on his 30th birthday.
Christen Press opened the scoring in favor of the Americans at 10 minutes into the game.
Ellen White tied only 9 minutes later.
Morgan, star of the American team, scored the second at 31 minutes.
Morgan celebrated by drinking from a cup of imaginary tea, a gesture that makes reference to the renowned fondness of the English for drinking. Offense or proper celebration?
At 84 minutes, Stephanie Houghton had the opportunity to tie via penalty, but Alyssa Naeher blocked the charge.
The English Millie Bright was expelled at 86 minutes by double yellow.
The United States is the maximum winner of the Women's World Cup (it has been contested since 1991), with three titles.
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