The United States got a boost of confidence as they beat Brazil 2-1 to clinch their fourth consecutive SheBelieves Cup title on Wednesday in Frisco, Texas, less than 150 days before the World Cup. Forward Mallory Swanson flicked in the game winner off an assist from Rose Lavelle in the second half, her se
The United States got a boost of confidence as they beat Brazil 2-1 to clinch their fourth consecutive SheBelieves Cup title on Wednesday in Frisco, Texas, less than 150 days before the World Cup.
"The whole time throughout the tournament, while we're in camp, we're talking about it's not just about this tournament it's about preparation for the World Cup," head coach Vlatko Andonovski told reporters. But 24-year-old forward Swanson has all but assured she'll be part of the equation when they kick off the World Cup group stage in New Zealand against Vietnam.
"Just focusing on the little details of what you can do, what you can do better and just continue to grow is kind of what my mindset is right now."
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