A dominant first half saw the United States glide past the Republic of Ireland, posting a 3-0 win in the first match of their post-World Cup Victory Tour. Tobin Heath, Lindsey Horan, and Carli Lloyd all scored before halftime for the USWNT, who were in control for virtually all of the 90 minutes at the Rose Bowl.
With injuries and tired legs after a grueling World Cup still a factor, Jill Ellis fielded a team with several changes from the eleven that won the final last month.