Germany defeated an exceptionally dangerous team from Brazil. The score was 2 - 0, with Brazil having the advantage of possession time. The German defense was stellar. Throughout the World Cup tournament - playing six games - Germany did not allow a single goal. Against elite international teams, this is a remarkable statistic. Germany becomes the women’s team to defend its previous World Cup championship.

The German team becomes the team favored to win the gold when the international teams return to China for Olympic competition. Kudos to the team from Germany for a terrific achievement.

Catherine Forsythe

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