Lyon, France – The United States and the Netherlands played to a thrilling 1-1 draw in the Women’s World Cup semi-finals on Saturday, setting up a penalty shootout that the USA won 4-2.
The match was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams creating chances. The USA took the lead in the 19th minute when Megan Rapinoe scored from the penalty spot. The Netherlands equalized in the 61st minute through Jill Roord.
Neither team was able to find a winner in the remaining minutes of regulation time, so the match went to extra time. Both teams had chances to win, but neither could find the back of the net.
The penalty shootout was also close, but the USA ultimately prevailed, winning 4-2.
The USA will now face the winner of the England vs France match in the Women’s World Cup final.
Here are some of the key moments from the match:
- Megan Rapinoe scored from the penalty spot in the 19th minute to give the USA the lead.
- Jill Roord equalized for the Netherlands in the 61st minute.
- The match went to extra time after neither team could find a winner in regulation time.
- The penalty shootout was close, but the USA ultimately prevailed, winning 4-2.
The match was a thrilling affair, and both teams played well. The USA will be looking to win their third consecutive Women’s World Cup title, and they will be confident after their victory over the Netherlands.