News Links: U.S. Soccer moves to quarters after 2-0 win vs. Colombia
Tuesday, June 23, 2015 | Soccer
U.S. versus Colombia – June 22, 2015
The U.S. Women's National Team opened knockout round play Monday with a 2-0 win over Colombia. Gator Great Abby Wambach had a chance to tie the Women's World Cup record for goals (currently held by Brazil's Marta at 15), but her second-half penalty kick was wide. Alex Morgan gave the U.S. its first goal shortly after and Carli Lloyd pushed the lead to the final margin when she successfully converted her penalty kick.
The U.S. faces China in the quarterfinal round Friday, June 26 at 7:30 p.m. on FOX.
Follow these links to read about Monday's match:
US Soccer – USA Advances to World Cup Quarterfinal with 2-0 Win Against Colombia
The Washington Post – Women's World Cup: U.S. defeats Colombia 2-0
NPR – U.S. Beats Colombia 2-0, But Will be Shorthanded vs. China
New York Times - Women's World Cup: U.S. Wins After Colombia's Keeper Gets Red Card
