It was another night of trying to break down a stubborn China defense, but the United States Women’s National Team did just enough to get a 2-1 win at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland, OH. It was a two-game sweep for the Yanks, with Megan Rapinoe and Tobin Heath sandwiching a goal from Li Ying.
The United States improved to 36-9-13 in 58 all-time meetings in the series. The Chinese equaled Canada for the most appearances against the U.S.
Jill Ellis trotted out this lineup, including Orlando Pride striker Alex Morgan up top and wearing the captain’s armband, and Ashlyn Harris in net.