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U.S. Women Reach World Cup Final

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In 3-1 win over France.

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Goooaaalll!!! The U.S. women are in the World Cup final for the first time since 1999, when they last won. The Americans beat France 3-1 in the semifinals and will play either Japan or Sweden on Sunday for the cup in Frankfurt, Germany. Abby Wambach broke a tense tie in the 79th minute with a header. It was her 12th career goal in her World Cup career, tying fellow American Michelle Akers for third on the all-time list.

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