Under-20 Women’s World Cup: Brazil knock out USA, reach quarters | OneFootball

Brazil knocked out the United States on the morning of this Wednesday, the 16th, and secured a place in the quarterfinals of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. The team drew 1-1 in regular time and advanced on penalties, winning 5-4. Goalkeeper Thaís saved one spot kick, while the Brazilian players converted all of theirs.

First of all, the United States started better, controlling possession and threatening the Brazilian box. Brazil defended well in the first half, but could not create attacking moves, as the Americans were well organized and put together a strong defensive performance.

Camilla Orlando spoke to the group at halftime and saw the Brazil U-20 Women’s National Team return with a different attitude. Brazil began to press the Americans and looked dangerous. The goal came in the 13th minute after a rehearsed corner kick routine. Clarinha crossed, and Sofia, alert to the play, scored with a header.

The key detail is that the American team did not let the goal affect them and, even though they were struggling in the second half, managed to equalize in the 17th minute. McCammon hit a great shot from outside the box and beat goalkeeper Thaís. After that, the match opened up, with both teams searching for a goal.

Brazil awaits opponent

However, the match remained scoreless from then on until the final whistle. In extra time, the Brazil U-20 Women’s National Team set up defensively and looked to break on the counterattack. The Americans, meanwhile, kept possession throughout both periods. Brazil could not launch any effective counters, and the decision went to penalties.

In the shootout, Thaís saved the first attempt and then watched the Brazil U-20 Women’s National Team convert all five kicks. Brazil will play in the quarterfinals next Saturday. Their opponent will be the winner of the match between Spain and Portugal, who play this Wednesday starting at 1:30 p.m. Brasília time.

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