The Americans had played down to 10 on their side for almost 60 minutes. The referees were calling an atrocious game, and while the U.S. had proven they could handle the 11 Brazilians, the officiating was too much to overcome. Until this unbelievable cross from Megan Rapinoe …
Abby Wambach, who’s been on a long odyssey for a World Cup goal, now has the latest score ever in a World Cup game. That sent the USA and Brazil to penalty kicks.
The American ladies won 5-3 on the PKs, advancing to meet France in the semifinals. Controversial game with an amazing finish, one of the more remarkable you’ll see on any level of the sport.
