Women’s World Cup: U.S. vs. Japan: Game tied 1-1 going into extra time
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The Women’s World Cup final between the U.S. and Japan is all tied at 1-1 and is heading for 30 minutes of extra time in Frankfurt, Germany.
Alex Morgan gave the Americans the lead in the 69th minute on a superb individual goal off a long pass from teammate Megan Rapinoe.
The U.S. then committed a dreadful defensive error in the 81st minute when it failed to clear the ball out of danger, allowing Japanese midfielder Aya Miyama to score from close range.
If the match remains tied after extra time, it will go to penalty kicks.
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