Japan will meet the United States in the 2011 Women's Football World Cup final at Frankfurt today. Both teams recorded 3-1 victories in their semi-finals. The US defeated France at Monchengladbach in semifinal and secured their passage to a third World Cup final. Japan defeated Sweden in Frankfurt in another semifinal.Today's match between the United States and Japan has all the potential of turning into an intriguing clash of styles. With two World Cup Titles and three Olympic gold medals, the United States has history on its side and the Americans will be looking to become the first team to win three world cups. But with their lightning quick passing and slick combination play, the Japanese may well have a grip on the future of the game. The US beat Japan in two pre World Cup friendlies , but that will count for little.
News On AIR | July 17, 2011 6:25 PM
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