They also extended their World Cup unbeaten streak to 17 (14 wins, three draws) and have won 12 games in a row, both tournament records. The U.S. and Germany (2003 and ’07) are the only countries to win back-to-back Women’s World Cups. At age 34, she is the oldest player to score in the Women’s World Cup final, breaking the mark of 32 set by teammate Carli Lloyd four years ago. The 26 goals for the Americans are a Women’s World Cup record. van Veenendaal had four of her 10 saves in the first half to frustrate the Americans.

Source: National Post July 07, 2019 17:26 UTC