Hope Solo’s huge stop: Women’s World Cup Moment No. 15

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The United States’ dynasty almost ended priorto it began at the 2015 Women’s World Cup.

In its semifinal match versus Germany in Montreal, the United States yielded a charge in the 60th minute. The U.S. had a factor to feel positive in Hope Solo — probably the biggest goalkeeper in the world at the time — however at the end of the day, charges are a coin toss.

Whether it was Solo’s mind videogames priorto the kick or simply an unfortunate strike from Célia Šašić, the U.S. prevented yielding from the charge area. In truth, simply 9 minutes lateron, it would transform a charge of its own thanks to Carli Lloyd.

The U.S. went on to win 2-0. The rest is, well, for lateron in the countdown.