What are your thoughts on the Women's National Soccer Team's (USWNT), ahead of Chile's World Cup game against the USA in September? Three things you need to know: Christiane Endler is the goalkeeper How many players will be in the starting eleven? How many players will there be in the starting eleven How about the FIFA and USWNT controversies? Continue reading for more information.
U.S. women’s soccer team vs. Chile
The matchup between the U.S. women’s team soccer team and Chile is interesting. Both sides met in fall 2018 and both games ended with a USA victory. The United States is also the defending Women's World Cup champion so Chile will be a tough opponent. Both teams are full of talented players but the U.S. has a better overall team.
Christiane Endler, goalkeeper
The United States Women's National Team dominated Chile 2-0 in their World Cup opener on Tuesday night. Carli Lloyd scored twice and Julie Ertz added a single, and the USWNT is now 3-0-0 all-time against Chile. On goal differential, the USWNT leads Group F and will face Sweden on Thursday. The USWNT is expected to win the match. They will also be looking to extend their winning streak.
Start lineup
What players will be playing in the Women's Soccer USA match against Chile? The United States will be looking to continue their unbeaten run in the group stage, but a win over Chile could prove vital for their Olympic hopes. The U.S. currently ranks fourth in the global rankings and has won 20 of its 38 matches. Their last match was a 66-38 victory over Sweden. While they dominated possession and scored in the first half, they only saw the ball for 28% of the game. The USA didn't slow down even though they started the match without seven stars. Carli Lloyd scored 2 goals, and missed a 3rd.
Disputes between FIFA & USWNT
While the U.S. soccer dispute with FIFA has been simmering over time, it is finally coming up to a head. On International Women's Day, four months before the Women's World Cup, a lawsuit was filed on behalf of U.S. soccer players alleging gender discrimination. Players claim that they receive less pay than men and have not been given equal work conditions.
Players with more than 200 caps for the team
Becky Sauerbrunn is the 12th player to reach 200 caps in USWNT history. She will also become the fourth defense player to cross this threshold. She will be the fourth defender to achieve this feat, just a few short months after the Dutch captain. Two years ago, a certain player commanded the U.S. National Team for the first time since she celebrated her 100th cap.
Endler denies Press
Christen Press teed Lindsey Horan to the U.S. goal. However, Endler emerged from her goal and denied her tapin. Press's strike would give Chile the lead. But Endler made a great save. Endler has an exceptional instinct and is accustomed to making spectacular saves. The game's highlight was the 68th-minute save.