The Americans lost to Russia in the semifinals and haven’t lost since in the World Cup or Olympics. The win also made Dawn Staley the first person ever to win a World Cup title as a player, assistant and head coach. This was Australia’s best finish at the World Cup since 2006. … Brondello joined a select group of people to win a World Cup medal as both a coach and player. RECORD BREAKERBird passed Staley’s career U.S. mark for most assists at the World Cup.

Source: National Post September 30, 2018 20:37 UTC