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Here is everything you need to know about :
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Time: 7 p.m. EST/6 p.m. CT
TV channel: FOX
USA path to final: Won Group D, defeated Colombia, China and Germany
Japan path to final: Won Group C, defeated Netherlands, Australia and England
Preview: These two countries have a lot of shared history in women’s soccer. Japan defeated the United States in the 2011 Women’s World Cup in the penalty kicks stage. A year later, the U.S. got its revenge in the London Olympics final with a 2-1 win. These are two of the sport’s true heavyweights and it’s not much of a surprise that they are both back in a Women’s World Cup final.
The United States struggled a bit in its early efforts, but has looked very good in its wins over China and Germany. The defense, led by Julie Johnston and Becky Sauerbrunn, has been superb. Japan will be another stiff test for the Americans, but they have to feel good after shutting out Germany in the semifinal. Aya Miyama is Japan’s leader and will be difficult for the United States to stop.
