Helped by a new formation, and possibly a lucky ruling or two from the referee, the United States women's national team took down Germany 2-0 to reach its second consecutive World Cup final.
Buoyed by a switch to a one-striker formation, the United States looked far more creative and potent in attack in the first half, creating numerous chances. It finally broke through in the second half after being awarded a controversial penalty by referee Teodora Albon.
Replays appeared to show German defender Annike Krahn fouling Alex Morgan outside the box, but Albon nevertheless pointed to the spot.