The definition of a perfect storm is a critical or disastrous situation created by a powerful concurrence of factors. If you’re a USWNT fan, that’s precisely what happened on Monday night in the last game of Group A, USWNT vs. Mexico.
The United States was 40-1-2 going into this game with Mexico. However, this is the best Mexican side they’ve ever had. It speaks to the investment they’ve poured into Liga MX Femenil, along with the addition of a few American-born Mexican players.
Naomi Girma still wasn’t seen in the lineup for the USA, and with this game being played in LA, it was a true 50/50 game in terms of fans. When you add all that up, you get an upset of historic proportions as Mexico defeated the United States 2-0 for the second time ever. Here’s a recap of what went down at Dignity Health Sports Park.
USWNT vs. Mexico
The game started as many would have expected. The USWNT dominated the ball and were in Mexico’s half of the field for the first 20 minutes. Despite all the possession, the Stars and Stripes managed only one good chance throughout the first half. Mexico’s effort, heart, and desire were stronger than the United States’, and the crowd gave them a huge emotional lift.
Once Mexico was able to show they weren’t going to back down and…
