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Spain beats South Africa 3-1 for 1st Women’s World Cup win

LE HAVRE, France (AP) — Spain won a game at the Women’s World Cup for the first time, beating South Africa 3-1 Saturday behind two penalty kicks by Jennifer Hermoso. Spain, ranked No. 13 in the world, finished last in its group four years ago in Canada, the country’s only other appearance in the tournament. […]

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USWNT vs South Africa preview: World Cup title defense begins now

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — In one month’s time, the U.S. Women’s National Team will kick off its defense of its FIFA Women’s World Cup title when it begins group stage play against Thailand in Reims, France. The U.S. will be seeking to win its fourth World Cup overall, and the players expect nothing less than bringing […]