Title: US Women’s National Team Starts Women’s World Cup Campaign with Dominant 3-0 Win Against Vietnam
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The US Women’s National Team (USWNT) began their Women’s World Cup campaign on a high note with a comfortable 3-0 victory against Vietnam. Led by their newest superstar, Sophia Smith, the defending champions showcased their dominance from the outset and set the stage for a historic journey towards their third consecutive World Cup title.
Smith, who made her World Cup debut, played a pivotal role in the USWNT’s triumph. Just 14 minutes into the game, she opened the scoring with a drilled left-footed finish, capitalizing on an excellent pass from Alex Morgan. The 22-year-old forward continued to shine throughout the match, providing an assist for Lindsey Horan’s goal later in the game.
Despite Vietnam’s resilience, the underdogs were unable to contain the relentless attacks from the USWNT. Trinity Rodman’s foul in the box awarded the USWNT a penalty, but Vietnam goalkeeper Trần Thị Kim Thanh made an impressive save to deny Morgan, leading to jubilant celebrations from the Vietnamese side.
In first-half stoppage time, Smith struck again, putting the ball into the net with a scrappier effort than her opening goal. As the game progressed and chances came and went for the USWNT, Smith once again showcased her brilliance. She latched onto a ball over the top of Vietnam’s defense and provided a pass to Horan, who sealed the victory with a strike into an open net.
Postgame, Smith expressed her excitement, stating, “Every minute of that game was fun, and the crowd was amazing.” She acknowledged that while the win was a great start, the team has more to accomplish in the tournament.
Adding to Smith’s sentiments, USWNT head coach Vlatko Andonovski praised the team’s performance, emphasizing that they played even better than the scoreline suggests. He expressed his desire for more goals, as he believed the team created numerous opportunities and deserved to score more.
With this resounding victory, the USWNT has set the tone for their World Cup campaign and demonstrated their determination to retain the title. As they celebrate this initial success, the focus now turns to the next game, as they continue their quest for glory on the international stage.