The U.S. Women’s National Team scored seven goals in the second half to roll past Russia for the second match in a row, this time topping its 7-0 victory five days ago in Florida with an 8-0 victory at the Georgia Dome. The match was originally scheduled for Wednesday but was moved due to inclement weather in the Atlanta area.
Amy Rodriguez, Abby Wambach, Megan Rapinoe, Lauren Holiday, Heather O’Reilly and Christen Press each tallied second-half goals, and the USA forced Russia into two own goals to gain the early advantage.
The USA extended its home unbeaten streak to 80 games (70-0-10) and its current overall unbeaten streak to 42 games (36-0-6) dating back to March of 2012. The eight goals are the most for the team since the USA crushed Costa Rica 8-0 to open its post-Olympic Fan Tribute Tour on Sept. 1, 2012.
Next up for the U.S. WNT is the 21st edition of the Algarve Cup in Portugal. The USA was placed in Group B and opens the event on March 5 against Japan. The U.S. also faces Sweden (March 7) and Denmark (March 10) before the placement matches on March 12. Kickoff times and venue location will be announced soon.
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