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SheBelieves Cup: USA vs. Canada in the final
USA and Canada meet in SheBelieves Cup final.
Lindsay Horan celebrates her goal from the spot
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The host United States soccer players are in the final of the SheBelieve Cup for the seventh time in a row. The record world champions overcame their first semi-final defeat to defeat Japan 2-1 (1-1). Canada faces Tuesday in the Cup match. The North Americans made their first final appearance perfect with a 4:2 (1:0, 1:1) penalty shootout victory over Brazil and World Cup record holders Marta.
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The reigning champions fell behind in the first minute against Japan thanks to Kiko Seige's play. But JD Shaw (21st) and captain Lindsay Horan (77th) converted penalties to cheer the 50,644 crowd in Atlanta.
The second semi-final was decided on penalties after a 1-1 draw after regular time. Tarzian's opening goal from the penalty spot (22') was met by Vanessa Gilles (77') who headed in a free kick cross. The Canadians showed great nerve from the point, with Julia Grosso converting the decisive try.
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