Why the U.S., France are largely responsible for each other's success
Beyond emerging as rivals at the Women's World Cup, the U.S. and France have found professional advancement from each other.
2019 Schedule
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2019 Schedule
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- United StatesUSA22/3FT2ENGENG
- United StatesUSA15/3FT0BRABRA
- United StatesUSA54/4FT3AUSAUS
- United StatesUSA67/4FT0BELBEL
- United StatesUSA312/5FT0RSARSA
- United StatesUSA516/5FT0NZLNZL
- United StatesUSA326/5FT0MEXMEX
- United StatesUSA1311/6FT0THATHA
- United StatesUSA316/6FT0CHICHI
- SWESWE020/6FT2United StatesUSA
- ESPESP124/6FT2United StatesUSA
- FRAFRA028/6h:mm a z, US/Eastern0United StatesUSA
Mewis: USWNT will continue to rise to the challenge (1:21)
U.S. vs. France 'will be an electric' quarterfinal (1:42)
The stakes for France vs. USA go far beyond football (1:43)
Morgan pumped for 'epic' quarterfinal vs. France (1:11)
Trump: Rapinoe shouldn't protest during anthem
President Donald Trump says he does not think it's appropriate for U.S. soccer team co-captain Megan Rapinoe to protest during the national anthem.
Rapinoe: USA-France is the game everyone wants (2:13)
Any questions how the U.S. will bounce back from mistakes? Not anymore
An errant pass. A costly hesitation. Not a problem for this U.S. squad, which now heads to Paris for a blockbuster match against France.
U.S. beats Spain with pair of Rapinoe penalties
A pair of Megan Rapinoe penalty kicks handed the U.S. a 2-1 win against a tough Spain side and a spot in the quarterfinals of the Women's World Cup.
USWNT lawsuit in the news, but pay equality a global fight at Women's World Cup
The women in this year's World Cup have used their voices in this tournament to let the world know pay inequality won't be tolerated.
Toe Poke Daily: When GOAT meets GOAT -- Ronaldo-Jordan latest encounter of sport icons
Cristiano Ronaldo meeting Michael Jordan was an Instagram hit and no wonder -- GOAT candidates from different sports together is always special.
Ellis downplays USWNT's short rest ahead of Spain
Coach Jill Ellis is downplaying the effect shorter rest will have on her U.S. squad when it faces Spain in the knockout round on Monday.
It would be a big mistake for the U.S. to overlook a Spanish team on the rise
Let's all settle down on the potential U.S.-France showdown, because Spain has big plans to spoil the party.
Krieger, O'Hara say USWNT avoiding pay-dispute distraction (1:12)
USWNT agrees to mediation over equity lawsuit
The 28 members of the USWNT who filed a pay discrimination suit have tentatively agreed to mediation after the World Cup ends.
O'Hara: U.S. want to make a statement every game (1:30)
Lindsey Horan outlines Spain's challenges for USWNT (2:09)
The factors (and kicks) that matter most in a Women's World Cup shootout
We examined every shootout kick taken in the history of the women's Olympic and World Cup tournaments. The results show specific paths to victory.
Women's World Cup predictions: Who will win the title in France?
Which teams will reach the semifinals in France? Who will meet in the final? And which players should win the Golden Glove and Golden Ball?
Women's World Cup roundtable: No one is underestimating Sam Kerr and Australia
Is VAR doing more harm than good? Which players must step up in the knockout stages? We tackle the biggest questions heading into the Round of 16.
LEGO Women's World Cup - U.S. gets revenge vs. Sweden (0:39)
U.S. gets revenge against Sweden to win Group F
The United States beat Sweden 2-0 to win Group F in Le Havre at the Women's World Cup on Thursday night in Le Havre.
Breaking down the USWNT's perilous road to the final (1:57)
Will the Alex Morgan injury overshadow a perfect group stage for the United States?
Alex Morgan took a big hit Thursday and left the game, but with a win over Sweden, the U.S. completed a clean sweep of the group stage.
Mia Hamm: USWNT are monsters, they're not ducking anyone (0:56)
2019 WWC Standings
| GROUP A | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +6 | 9 |
| Norway | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
| Nigeria | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| South Korea | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -7 | 0 |
| GROUP B | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Germany | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +6 | 9 |
| Spain | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| China | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| South Africa | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -7 | 0 |
| GROUP C | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Italy | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 6 |
| Australia | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
| Brazil | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
| Jamaica | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -11 | 0 |
| GROUP D | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| England | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 9 |
| Japan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| Argentina | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
| Scotland | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -2 | 1 |
| GROUP E | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Netherlands | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 9 |
| Canada | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 6 |
| Cameroon | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| New Zealand | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 0 |
| GROUP F | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| United States | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +18 | 9 |
| Sweden | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +4 | 6 |
| Chile | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -3 | 3 |
| Thailand | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -19 | 0 |
2019 Team LeadersFIFA Women's World Cup
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsFIFA Women's World Cup
Goal Difference191st
Goals Scored201st
Assists151st
Goals Conceded1Tied-2nd