United States claims FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup title
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Tokyo: The United States beat former champions Germany 1-0 in Tokyo to claim their third
FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup crown Saturday.
Germany, which defeated US 3-0 in a group encounter just a fortnight ago, were more aggressive at the beginning of the match, creating a series of chances with efficient crosses from both sides, reports Xinhua.
The Americans barely held onto their defence before they made some attacking headway as Maya Hayes took a driving run and shot from her position on the right side of the forward line.
In the 44th minute, defender Crystal Dunn used her speed and power to cut in from the flank and pull the ball back for Kealia Ohai, who scored the goal from near the penalty spot.
Despite a succession of corners, Germany failed to find the equaliser as US held on.
Earlier in the day Japan proved a popular winner for the majority of the large and colourful Tokyo crowd.
Goals in either half from Yoko Tanaka and Asuka Nishikawa had the Young Nadeshiko on their way in what was a typically high-spirited display.
However, 2010 finalists Nigeria have shown their resilience more than once during the tournament, and a Desire Oparanozie strike caused nerves to jangle for many in the National Stadium.
Third place is Japan’s best performance, having never previously appeared in the semi-finals of the tournament.
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