Friends,
The U.S. women's soccer team lost in the World Cup Semifinals this morning to Brazil, 4-0. Unfortunately, the loss was clouded by controversy. The starting goal keeper, Hope Solo, who had not given up a goal in over 300 minutes of Cup play was replaced by hero of the past Briana Scurry. Scurry had a 12-0 record against the Brazilians, yet she had little time to get the chemistry together with this team...and it showed. Solo, who was visibly and verbally upset after the loss, blamed the coach's decision. It is hard to blame her, in many respects, as the loss did indeed appear (in large part) to be the result of a decision that now (good old hindsight) looks awful. The U.S will now play Norway in the 3rd place game. We'll see if the turmoil works for them or against them. Go U.S.!
Don
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