Women's World Cup

Carli Lloyd's Hat-Trick

Was it the greatest performance by a soccer player in a final? Yes. Carli Lloyd's hat-trick in the 2015 Women's World Cup final only took 16 minutes, and was capped off with a 50 yard boot over the Japan keepers head, giving the USWNT a commanding lead not even half way through the first half. All three goals showed off Lloyd's skill set. 

The first: Lloyd streaks into the box beating her defender to the ball and executes a difficult finish with the outside of her left foot. 

Megan Rapinoe Flew With The Blue Angels And Took A Selfie (Of Course)

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Megan Rapinoe is obviously not afraid to try something new. 

The USWNT midfielder and World Cup winner was invited to fly with the Navy's Blue Angels. Judging from her expression, she was a little nervous.

Rob Gronkowski Has A Very Special Congratulations For The USWNT

The congratulations keep coming in for the USWNT as they continue to celebrate their World Cup victory.

One particular video caught the eye of the ladies when New England Patriots Rob Gronkowski decided to drop this:

Equal Pay For Equal Play: Why It's Time To Pay Women Soccer Players

Long after the stadium lights have dimmed, the interviews have ended and the traveling has stopped, the battle for equal pay continues for female soccer players.

Even though the USWNT just won the Women's World Cup, the team will only receive $2 million, compared to $35 million for the German men’s team last year. Individually, the USWNT players will each get about $300,000, which is roughly comparable to what the Germans got.

The Women’s World Cup Has Elevated Soccer in the States to New Heights

On average, more than 25.4 million viewers tuned in to see the USWNT defeat Japan on Fox, per the New York Times. But with the addition of Spanish channels, the average viewership reached 26.7 million. The total viewership for all or part of the match exceeded 40 million people.

The 2015 World Cup Ratings Were Huge. Here Is Why It Might Not Matter.

The eyes of the nation have been on soccer for the past week, and deservedly so.

Last Sunday’s final between the United States Women’s National Team and Japan smashed all previous ratings records for soccer in the United States, never mind the fact that it was a broadcast of women’s soccer.

MLS Teams Get Floats In The USWNT Victory Parade

MLS caused a stir when it was announced both New York Red Bulls and New York City FC would have floats in the U.S. Women's National Team's ticker tape parade through the Canyon of Heroes in New York City.

MLS is one of the sponsors of the event, which could explain the presence of MLS teams in an event that ostensibly has nothing to do with them. Major League Soccer itself will also have a float.

Women's World Cup Finest Moments

#10: Megan Rapinoe Sets The Tone For USA

The USA kicked off against Australia in their first group stage match and put three past the Matildas in a game that would set the tone for the rest of the competition with a defensively disciplined team who pounces on the counter. Megan Rapinoe put away two goals in the first and second half to secure the first win of the competition.

Could The 2015 USWNT Beat The 1999 USWNT?

Finally out of the 16-year shadow cast by the 1999 Women’s World Cup Champions, the 2015 winners are searching for the next team to beat. With literally no other team standing, it only makes sense to compare the champs head to head.

Goalkeeper: Scurry vs. Solo

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