Julie Johnston Is the Rising Star as USWNT Progresses in Women’s World Cup

As recently as last fall, Julie Johnston wasn’t even on the United States women’s national team roster. But as the States ventures deeper into the Women’s World Cup, she has become nothing short of indispensable. After claiming first place in Group D, the U.S. is set to face tough-talking Colombia on Monday in the round of 16. Through three games, Johnston, a 23-year-old center-back,... 

USWNT Set for Stiff Test vs. Confident Colombia in Women’s World Cup Round of 16

The last time Lady Andrade met the United States women’s national team in a major tournament, the Colombian star gave Abby Wambach a black eye. Three years later, as the two teams prepare to meet again in the FIFA Women’s World Cup round of 16, it’s clear that Andrade and Las Cafeteras are still up for the fight. “I hit her; what else I can say?” Andrade told USA Today in... 

USWNT Beats Nigeria to Win Group of Death, but Issues Remain in Attack

The United States women’s national team sealed top spot in Group D with a tight 1-0 victory over Nigeria on Tuesday night in the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Veteran forward Abby Wambach scored the game’s only goal in the 45th minute, crashing in a flying volley from a Megan Rapinoe corner. In the short term, the result is all that matters. After topping the group, the U.S. will now face... 

Nigeria vs. USA: Live Score, Highlights from Women’s World Cup

Live updates: 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup Group D: Nigeria 0-1 United States (full time) Venue: BC Place, Vancouver   GOALS: Abby Wambach 45′ Nigeria: Precious Dede; Sarah Nnodim (red card 69′, second yellow), Josephine Chukwunonye, Onome Ebi, Ngozi Ebere; Asisat Oshoala, Evelyn Nwabuoku, Ngozi Okobi; Francisca Ordega (Cecilia Nku 77′), Courtney Dike (Desire Oparanozie... 

USWNT Must Stop Asisat Oshoala, Ngozi Okobi in Nigeria Match

Through two matches at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, the United States is unbeaten and in position to win Group D after a victory over Australia and a draw with Sweden. With a win in their final group game against Nigeria, the Americans would top the group, and even a draw would likely be enough to take second place. But the African side will pose a serious attacking threat in the form of young... 

Why Abby Wambach Should Continue as a Substitute for USWNT

In an unfamiliar role against a well-known foe, Abby Wambach very nearly proved Pia Sundhage—her former national team coach—correct. With issues to fix in the United States attack, Jill Ellis—her current coach—would do well to take note. Wambach, the all-time leading scorer for U.S. soccer, started on the bench Friday night as the Americans played out a scoreless draw with Sweden.... 

USWNT Defense Stands Tall in Women’s World Cup Draw vs. Sweden

The United States remained unbeaten at the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup after playing out a scoreless draw against Sweden and former coach Pia Sundhage on Friday night in Winnipeg, Manitoba. While concerns remain over the team’s overall performance, especially in the attacking third, coach Jill Ellis will be pleased with her four starting defenders, and in particular Julie Johnston. Ahead... 

Despite Victory over Australia, USWNT Midfield Issues Remain a Worry

The result was all that mattered Monday as the United States began the Women’s World Cup with a 3-1 victory over Australia in Winnipeg. But despite taking all three points and opening up a crucial lead atop Group D, the Americans will have concerns about their first performance in the “group of death,” chief among those being an imbalance in the midfield. For the first 20 minutes... 

Rapinoe’s Goals, Solo’s Saves Help USWNT Pass 1st Women’s World Cup Test

The United States passed a first test in Group D at the Women’s World Cup with a 3-1 victory over Australia on Monday evening in Winnipeg, Manitoba. While the final score might suggest a dominant performance, in truth the Americans were far from their best against a lively Australia team that threatened for long stretches to pull off an upset against the two-time champions. The match played to... 

USWNT Forward Christen Press Ready for Breakout Performance at World Cup

If all goes according to plan, the soccer world will discover Christen Press this summer. A 26-year-old forward boasting speed, skill and intelligence in equal measure, Press could be the latest in a long line of outstanding American goalscorers. Since scoring twice and assisting another goal on her international debut two years ago, the Stanford University graduate has notched an impressive 20 goals... 

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