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Women’s World Cup: Best XI and other awards
The 2011 Women’s World Cup was one of the most enthralling soccer spectacles in recent memory. The PSP reflects on the standout performers from this summer’s tournament.
WWC final: Japan bests USA in PKs after a 2-2 thriller
The US women fell to Japan after blowing late leads in regular and extra time. Japanese captain Homare Sawa was the hero. PSP’s Allison Frank has all the details.
USA-Japan: What to expect in the WWC final
It all comes down to this! PSP’s Allison Frank runs through the strengths and weaknesses of the USA and Japan ahead of Sunday’s Women’s World Cup final.
WWC: Breaking down the semifinals
On the heels of their amazing win over Brazil, the US face another tough test in the high-octane French offense. Meanwhile, Japan will take their tough midfield play to a showdown with the in-form Swedes, who are riding high after trouncing Australia. PSP’s Allison Frank tells you what to expect on Wednesday.
US defeats Brazil on PKs: Emotional analysis
Abby Wambach scored in extra time of overtime (!) to tie Brazil, and Hope Solo made a huge save to send the United States to the semi-finals of the Women’s World Cup. It was dramatic and special. It was simply indescribable.
Breaking Down the USA-Brazil Epic
Maura Gladys breaks down the five events that had the biggest influence on the outcome of the USA/Brazil quarterfinal that rocked the sports world.
WWC: Group Stage Starting XI
The group stage showed off the very best the women’s game has to offer. Some superstars hit the ground running (Marta) while others need to step it up in the knockout rounds. Here is the best eleven players from the group stage, along with some of the low points thus far.
France, Germany book ticket to quarterfinals
France ran riot over Canada and joins their German hosts in the quarterfinals.
Player ratings and analysis: USA 2-0 North Korea
Cheney and Buehler muscled the Americans past an exciting North Korean side that asked real questions of the USWNT.
Women’s World Cup: Groups B & C round-up
Japan and Sweden count themselves lucky to have three points, and Mexico stylishly splits with England. Group B & C action from the Women’s World Cup!
Three Independence players with USWNT at Women’s World Cup
New PSP contributor Maura Gladys looks at the three Independence players on the USWNT ahead of Tuesday’s opening group stage match against North Korea.
Women’s World Cup: Group A round-up
France sneaks by Nigeria and WPS star Christine Sinclair scores the first goal on Germany since World Cup 2003.
Women’s World Cup preview
PSP’s Allison Frank previews the Women’s World Cup, where the USWNT faces tough Group C competition from Korea, Colombia and Sweden.
Not “A.” Not “B.” Who, what then?
Don’t support Barcelona or Manchester United? What to support in Saturday’s Champions League final.
La tercera edición
Four games in three weeks? PSP wants to know what you’ve seen in the first two Barca/Madird matchups, and what you expect to see in the Champions League.
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The Great Pickup Game List
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Droughts & finishing
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Reading & Harrisburg in USOC, Union news & more
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Match report: Philly Fever 2-2 NE Mutiny
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Analysis & player ratings: Union 1-1 FC Dallas
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