1-0: The United States lifts the Gold Cup and sends a warning before the Games

With a header goal Lindsey Horanthe choice of USA lost this Sunday 1-0 match Brazil and became the champion of the first edition of golden cup women’s soccer Horan opened the scoring in the 45th minute of the match played at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, California, with a powerful header that beat Brazil goalkeeper Luciana, after taking advantage of an assist from Emily Fox.

In an even match, the Americans and the Brazilians battled to win the first Women’s Gold Cup title that remained in the hands of the locals thanks to Horan’s goal. Brazil tried to surprise the Americans, but failed in their aim and although Canarinha defended well and closed the gaps, they could not open the scoring and the Stars and Stripes team knew how to exploit that.

The hosts, led by Twila Kilgore, reached a new title after qualifying for the final by beating Canada on penalties, while the Brazilians, led by Arthur Elías, defeated Mexico before reaching the this confrontation against the Americans.

In the group round of the competition, the United States was part of zone A along with Mexico, Argentina and the Dominican Republic. They entered the quarterfinals in second place, with six points, behind Mexico, who had seven, and Argentina, third, followed them with 4. At this stage they eliminated Colombia after beating them by 3-0 and then eliminated Canada in the semi-finals: they tied 2-2 in 90 minutes and won 1-3 in the penalty shootout.

Mexican Adriana León, top scorer

The scoring classification of the first women’s Gold Cup was led by Canadian Adriana León, who with six goals took home the Golden Boot of the tournament. It should be noted that twelve teams participated in the competition, organized by Concacaf and played from February 20 in the United States, including four invited teams from Conmebol (Argentina, Brazil, Colombia and Paraguay).