Saturday, August 28, 2010
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Ghana-FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup
Though it’s Ghana’s first appearance at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, the Black Princesses looked like they were heading to an unlikely place at Chile 2008 when they went two goals up against continental queens Nigeria in the final qualifying tie. However, they gave up three goals in that match and lost the second leg to see their dreams crushed. They did manage to qualify for and show quite well at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in New Zealand that same year, and some of the players from that side should feature at Germany 2010. The full women’s national team, nicknamed the Black Queens, also has an established pedigree, having reached each of the last three FIFA Women’s World Cups.
The present
The Black Princesses proved that they are ready for the world stage in qualifying by dismantling Congo DR, who had been to the last two finals as one of the African representatives. Ghana beat the Lady Leopards 5-0 on aggregate, including a confident two-goal win away in Kinshasa. Earlier in qualifying, their defence remained unbreached as they swept aside Tunisia by a 3-0 aggregate score.
The future
Ghana U-20 women’s coach Kuuku Dadzie is no doubt brimming with confidence after finally reaching the finals, but the side will simply be trying to escape from the group stage in their maiden voyage. And of course, their German experience will help players make the leap to the full national team, who are in the process of qualifying for the 2011 Women’s World Cup.
Facts and figures
Key players
Florence Dadson, Faizer Ibrahim, Elizabeth Cudjoe
Qualifying statistics
Dadson and Ibrahim have combined to form an explosive partnership in attack for Ghana, tallying seven of the side’s eight goals in qualifying with Ibrahim claiming four to Dadson’s three.
The numbers game
0 - The number of goals that Ghana’s defence gave up in four qualifying matches to reach Germany 2010.
source:http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcupSaturday, August 21, 2010
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On number 18 it is the curvy Girls Aloud singer Nadine Coyle. She’s an Irish artist in an English band and follows a Scottish club, Celtic.
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Thursday, August 5, 2010
Germany triumph on home turf
A fantastic atmosphere, record attendance figures, plenty of surprises and the emergence of African and South American teams were just some of the reasons why the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Germany 2010 will go down in the history books as a resounding success. The hosts put their own stamp on the tournament by celebrating their second title, further stoking the enthusiasm for next year's FIFA Women's World Cup 2011™, which the Germans will also host.
An impressive total of 395,295 fans watched the 32 matches in the host cities of Augsburg, Bielefeld, Bochum and Dresden - a new tournament record. The ever-expanding popularity of the women's game in Germany was evident, as was their organisation of a world-class event which gave players and fans alike a taster of what is to come in just under a year's time.
The final in Bielefeld drew a huge crowd of 24,633, and there was almost always a full house for the six matches Germany played en route to glory. It wasn't just the games involving the host nation that proved popular however, as matches involving teams from all over the globe also attracted fans in their droves - the quarter-final clash between Korea Republic and Mexico, for example, was played in front of a bumper crowd of 21,146 in Dresden.
Surprises from three continents
At Russia 2006 Korea DPR rose from the shadows to claim the crown. Two years later in Chile it was the United States who lifted the coveted trophy, while this year it was the hosts who prevailed under the meticulous tutelage of coach Maren Meinert. After winning all three of their group matches, Germany comfortably overcame Korea DPR 2-0 in the quarter-finals before hammering their Asian neighbours, Korea Republic, 5-1 in the last four. The final was a match of the utmost quality in terms of both tactics and strength, and ended in a 2-0 victory for the Germans over Nigeria.
Striker Alexandra Popp opened the scoring in the final, and the 19-year-old emerged as her side's chief protagonist as the Europeans marched to the title. Popp's ten goals earned her the adidas Golden Boot award for finishing as the tournament's top scorer, as well as the Golden Ball for being the best player at Germany 2010. "We've fulfilled our dream," said Popp shortly after the final in an exclusive interview with FIFA.com.
The tournament also provided the stage for Africa and South America to emerge as new powers in women's football, while a fifth nation joined Australia, China, Japan, and Korea DPR as a force on the Asian continent - Korea Republic. Along with Nigeria and Colombia, they reached the semi-finals of a FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup for the very first time, with the Colombians managing to do so at the first attempt. All three showed an impressive blend of individual class and tactical discipline, further evidence that the women's game is developing in all corners of the world.
Top-class technique
One of the biggest shocks of the tournament was Nigeria's penalty shoot-out victory over defending champions USA in the last eight. Jill Ellis' American troops hardly failed to impress either, with striker Sydney Leroux, adidas Golden Ball winner at Chile 2008, netting five goals while Bianca Henninger picked up the adidas Golden Glove for the competition's best goalkeeper. However, the enthusiastic west Africans finally realised their undoubted potential, ending the USA's dream of a third title in the process.
With other pre-tournament favourites such as England, France, Japan and Brazil all falling at the first hurdle, the door opened for some of the lesser-known stars from the world of women's football to shine. South Korean star Ji So Yun and Lady Andrade of Colombia were just two of the names who played their way into the fans' hearts with some elegant attacking displays.
With 11 months to go until the FIFA Women's World Cup 2011 kicks off in Germany, the U-20 edition, thanks to its memorable matches and unforgettable atmosphere, served as the ideal appetiser for next summer's main event.
Participants
Brazil, Costa Rica, Germany, England, France, Ghana, Japan, Colombia, Korea DPR, Korea Republic, Mexico, New Zealand, Nigeria, Sweden, Switzerland, USA.
Host cities
Augsburg, Bielefeld, Bochum, Dresden
Final standings
1. Germany
2. Nigeria
3. Korea Republic
4. Colombia
Names to look out for
Lady Andrade (Colombia), Antonia Goransson (Sweden), Bianca Henninger (USA), Kim Kulig (Germany), Sydney Leroux (USA), Dzsenifer Marozsan (Germany), Ebere Orji (Nigeria), Alexandra Popp (Germany), Ji So Yun (Korea Republic)
FIFA Fair Play Award
Korea Republic
Total goals
99
Top scorers
10: Alexandra Popp (Germany)
8: Ji So Yun (Korea Republic)
5: Sydney Leroux (USA)
Attendances
395,295 (total)
12,353 (average per match)
Monday, August 2, 2010
Nigeria plan for repeat success
The semi-final victory over Colombia was both a wonderful moment for Nigeria and a notable achievement for African football as a team from that continent advanced to a place in the final of a FIFA Women’s World Cup for the first time.
Yet the Falconets coach found it hard at first to join in the mood of celebration that day. Ndem Egan’s desire for improvement is such that he was very unhappy with aspects of their play. However after the 2-0 defeat by Germany in Sunday's final he had only words of praise for his players – while admitting their downfall was in not taking their chances – who for long periods looked capable of pegging back the host nation’s early lead.
He believes the team, who displayed pace, power, passion and solid organisation throughout the three-week event, have now set the standard for other African nations to follow.
We will now be a role model in Africa for women’s football.
Ndem Egan, Nigeria coach
“We will now be a role model in Africa for women’s football,” Egan said. “We are very happy with the performance of our team. There are some great prospects among them and some will graduate to the senior women's team. Undoubtedly they have learned from their experience in Chile two years ago.”
Their level of performance – the final was the only defeat in six matches at the tournament – proved a big boost for Nigerian football after the disappointment of the FIFA World Cup™ in South Africa but the coach believes it is only the start of a successful period. The work of the Nigeria Football Federation behind the scenes and at grass roots level will ensure a profitable production line of new talent.
“We have been trying to build up our youth teams to help them grow in future competitions and right now there is a big programme going on to bring on the players,” he added. “Our mission is to bring on the youth so that they can compete in competitions. The federation is developing women’s football in our country and we are also trying to encourage corporations to form female teams so we can get players into the national teams for international competitions. That way the programme goes on and on.”
Certainly the exploits of the midfield dynamo Ebere Orji, the selfless running of Desire Oparanozie, the dogged work between the penalty areas of Glory Iroka, the long-range shooting of Helen Ukaonu and the leadership of Joy Jegede, can only serve as great examples to younger players of what can be achieved through hard work and dedication.
source: http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcupSunday, August 1, 2010
Popp and Kulig in dreamland
A stable defence and an unpredictable attack were the pillars of Germany's success as they marched to their second FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup title with a 2-0 victory over Nigeria in the final. Two players who epitomised the Germans' style were striker Alexandra Popp and midfielder Kim Kulig.
As well as collecting the adidas Golden Shoe award for finishing the tournament's top scorer with ten goals, Popp's versatile displays in attack also earned her the adidas Golden Ball award, reserved for the competition's best player, while Kulig picked up bronze in the same category. Shortly after the trophy celebrations, the two rising stars took a few moments to talk exclusively to FIFA.com in the catacombs of the Bielefeld World Cup stadium.Kim Kulig, how do you feel after such a momentous victory?
We're so happy! It was our dream to reach the final and now we've actually won the title. It makes us so proud to have lifted the trophy in front of a sold-out crowd here in Germany. It's definitely been the best night of my life.Alexandra Popp, is it also the highlight of your career so far?
I'm 19 years old, I'm a world champion and I've also picked up two personal awards. I just don't know what to say. It was our dream to win the tournament on home turf, and we really played well in the last few games in front of this wonderful crowd. We've fulfilled our dream. It's amazing and it's been great fun playing at this tournament. I certainly didn't count on getting both the Golden Shoe and the Golden Ball.Kim, you're one of the more experienced members of the team having already played for the senior national side. How was it for you to play for the U-20s again?
It was a great experience. I've known a lot of these players from U-15 and U-17 level. It's great fun playing with them all. We're just a great group of players and I think people saw that here. That's why we won it.Alexandra, what do you feel was the main reason for the team's success?
We just kept on growing as a team as the tournament progressed. I still remember turning up for breakfast on the first day, when we took it upon ourselves to win it. Now we're here and we've done it. Everyone fought for one another and we worked hard together to iron out our flaws. We kept it tight at the back and combined well up front, and that's why we scored more goals than any other team.Kim, what does this triumph mean to you looking ahead to the FIFA Women's World Cup in Germany next year?
We'll have to see what happens over the next year. We can celebrate for the time being, but the Bundesliga starts soon. You have to perform at club level, work hard on your game, improve and then just hope to be in the squad for the World Cup next year.Alexandra, the team always celebrated goals by pretending to swim on the touchline. You yourself always celebrated with outstretched arms. What's behind all of that?
[laughs] It's nothing to do with swimming! In our free time we often played a singing game on the computer. We looked at some of the choreography on it and picked a few out to present to the rest of the team, including those on the bench as they're just as important. My personal celebration is the 'scorpion'. I actually got it from [Germany men's international] Marcell Jansen. I think he's a really good player and, like me, he often makes runs down the left. That's why I copied his goal celebration.Alexandra, you have often turned out both in defence and midfield. After all these goals at Germany 2010, surely you're going to stick to being a striker...
You'll have to ask my club coach. No, seriously, I'll play wherever I'm told to play.LOC President Steffi Jones comes round the corner to congratulate Popp on her success: "You were sensational!"Kim, tell us what happened in the changing room after the match?
A party! [laughs] And it will continue long into tonight, too. We're heading back to the hotel now and then we'll see what they've organised for us.
source: http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup
Double honour for Alexandra Popp
After the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Germany came to a thrilling conclusion with host nation Germany defeating Nigeria 2-0, awards were handed out to honour the top goalscorers and best players of the tournament.
Nineteen-year-old Alexandra Popp was the driving force behind Germany, notching no fewer than ten goals in front of her home crowd to scoop the award for top-scorer in the competition. Her prowess in front of goal proved decisive yet again in the final, while her consistent performances over the past three weeks saw her chosen as the tournament’s best player.
FIFA.com brings you a round-up of the most important awards at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Germany and a brief description of the talented young players who picked up the various prizes.
adidas Gold, Silver and Bronze Balls
adidas Golden Ball: Alexandra Popp (GER, who won 50.79% of votes from the accreditied media at the event)
adidas Silver Ball: Ji So-Yun (KOR, 14.66%)
adidas Bronze Ball: Kim Kulig (GER, 9.16%)
Alexandra Popp: The left-footed Popp stamped her class on the competition. Despite having six full international caps to her name, she has yet to be given a set position for either club or country. A deadly striker at this tournament, Popp has also been deployed in defence and midfield for her club FCR Duisburg, where she makes full use of her strength in the air and in the tackle as well as her overall ability to read the game. She is a real talent and fully deserving of the best player of the tournament award. "The coach asked me to dictate play and to lead the team,” said the affable 19-year-old to FIFA.com. “I think that I’m doing that pretty well at the moment. My team-mates give me a good supply of possession and all I have to do is put the ball away."
Ji So-Yun: Her range and quantity of goals quickly won her a place in the hearts of spectators, over 21,000 of whom witnessed her team’s quarter-final success over Mexico in Dresden. The lightning-fast 19-year-old attacker managed eight goals during the tournament, second only to Alexandra Popp, earning Ji plaudits not just from Germany fans but also from experts and journalists alike. She nevertheless kept her feet firmly on the ground and was quick to place the work of her team-mates ahead of her own performances. "I know exactly what the coach thinks of me,” she said in an exclusive interview with FIFA.com. “He knows how to motivate us all, saying: 'We need to all play together, as that is the only way that women’s football will develop and become more successful'. I am just one small part of a big picture.”
Kim Kulig: The German midfielder proved to be a real team player, strong on the ball and with an eye for a pass, invariably picking out an attacker. Kim Kulig was the main reason why Germany managed to maintain possession on a regular basis, but her play was not just limited to defensive duties, as her two goals in the semi-final against Korea Republic illustrated. Strong in the air, the 20-year-old always looks to move the ball forward, meaning that she is at the origin of plenty of attacking moves. She also has a real physical presence, making her appear a veritable woman among girls. "I was a little flat before the World Cup and I really had to grit my teeth during training in the build-up to the tournament," she said to FIFA.com. "The matches were all very tough but now I can see that I have actually been getting fitter all the time. I feel a lot more fresh now and I’m playing better out on the park."
adidas Gold, Silver and Bronze Shoes
adidas Golden Boo: Alexandra Popp (GER) - 10 goals
adidas Silver Boot: Ji So-Yun (KOR) - 8 goals
adidas Bronze Boot: Sydney Leroux (USA) - 5 goals
Alexandra Popp: The 19-year-old proved as early as the opening match against Costa Rica that she knows where the back of the net is, notching twice in Germany’s 4-2 win. And once she had got a taste for goals, there was no stopping her. Scoring at least once in every match, she ended up as her team’s leading scorer, a feat made more surprising by the fact that she plays either in defence or midfield for her club FCR Duisburg. By the end of the tournament however, the lethal blonde had proved that her future surely lies as an attacker.
Adidas Golden Glove
American goalkeeper Bianca Henninger showed throughout the tournament that she is very much the number one, and not just for the USA U-20 team. The 19-year-old was in sparkling form as soon as she got to Germany, and conceded only one goal during the group stage. Defeat finally came, but only after penalties against Nigeria in the quarter-finals. A calming presence, she is also rock-solid when it comes to catching crosses, and communicates well with her defenders.
FIFA Fair Play Award
As well as finishing third overall, Korea Republic have another piece of silverware to be proud of: the FIFA Fair Play Award. The team showed exemplary sportsmanship throughout the tournament, both on and off the pitch, and were worthy winners of this prize, which captain Kim Hye-Ri received on behalf of her team-mates.
As part of their initiative to promote fair and clean football, FIFA judged this award based on an evaluation by the members of the FIFA Technical Study Group (TSG), who carried out a continuous assessment of the behaviour of the various teams on and off the pitch. The overall aim was to promote and strengthen the spirit of fair play among players, coaches, backroom staff and also fans at FIFA tournaments.
source: http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcupHosts Germany reign supreme
THE DAY REPLAYED. The FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Germany 2010 reached its conclusion on Sunday, with the hosts overcoming a battling Nigeria side 2-0 to win the trophy for the second time.
Champions at Thailand 2004, the Germans have not put a foot wrong on home soil, winning all six of their games, scoring 20 goals and conceding only five, with half of their goals coming from the prolific Alexandra Popp.
Fittingly it was the Duisburg goal machine who put Maren Meinert’s team on the road to victory, tilting the match against the Falconets, who were hoping to win the title for the first time after quarter-final exits in their previous three appearances. Through their courageous display was not quite enough to land them the trophy, the Nigerians had the considerable consolation of becoming the first African side to claim a medal at a FIFA women’s tournament.
Earlier in the day, Korea Republic claimed the spoils in the match for third place against Colombia, the only goal of the game coming from adidas Silver Ball and Silver Shoe winner Ji So Yun. While the South Koreans could take satisfaction from a podium finish in their second FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup, Las Cafeteras can be equally happy at reaching the last four in their maiden appearance.
Results
Korea Republic 1-0 Colombia
Germany 2-0 Nigeria
Goal of the day
Germany 1-0 Nigeria, Alexandra Popp 8
Collecting an Alexandra Popp flick-on, Dzsenifer Marozman advanced on goal before playing the unmarked Popp in on the right. The tournament’s leading scorer did the rest, outpacing her marker before artfully clipping the ball over Alaba Jonathan in the Nigeria goal, giving the Germans an early lead they would not relinquish.
Memorable moments
Say it with fireworks: Germany’s win was followed by one big party, with fireworks lighting up the FIFA U-20 Women's WC Stadium in Bielefeld. The newly crowned world champions then sparked off more celebrations with a lap of honour, gratefully acknowledging the support of the home fans, who acclaimed their young heroines with chants of “Champions, champions”.
South Koreans let their hair down: Korea Republic celebrated their victory over Colombia as if they had won the tournament itself. After thanking the local fans for their enthusiastic backing, all 23 members of the squad joined together to toss coach Choi In Cheul and his assistants in the air before gleefully dousing them in water.
Let’s hear it for the fans: Though the players have been the stars of the show, the fans have played their part in making Germany 2010 a genuine festival of football, setting a new attendance record for the tournament. Over the last three weeks, some 395,265 spectators have filled the stands in Augsburg, Bochum, Dresden and Bielefeld, an average of 12,353 fans per game, with the final attracting virtually double that amount.
The stat
2 - The number of times Germany have now won the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup since its inception in 2002, taking them level with USA. The Europeans’ previous triumph came at Thailand 2004, when they beat China PR 2-0 in the final.
Have your say
Of all the unforgettable moments served up by the young stars of the women’s game at Germany 2010 what was your favourite?
Awards
adidas Golden Ball: Alexandra Popp (GER)
adidas Silver Ball: Ji So Yun (KOR)
adidas Bronze Ball: Kim Kulig (GER)
adidas Golden Shoe: Alexandra Popp (GER)
adidas Silver Shoe: Ji So Yun (KOR)
adidas Bronze Shoe: Sydney Leroux (USA)
adidas Golden Glove: Bianca Henninger (USA)
FIFA Fair Play award: Korea Republic
source: http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcupJi finishes with a flourish
Korea Republic claimed the bronze medal at Germany 2010 as Ji So-Yun once again underlined the goalscoring instincts that have been a highlight throughout the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup. Fittingly, her eighth and final goal in the tournament won the game and ensured the Asian team of a place on the podium, a terrific finale to their first tournament at this level since 2004.
After their 5-1 defeat in the semi-finals by Germany, Choi In Cheul's team were eager to show a return to form. Thery dominated from the start with Ji playing a more advanced role as Jung Hae-In dropped to the bench. Behind them Kim Narae pulled the midfield strings and it was she who led a one-woman assault on the Colombia goal in the first half. Her cracking strike, direct from a free-kick, against Ghana was illustrative of the power she packs into her boots and she was eager to treat the Bielefeld audience to another one from the same drawer.
Her first attempt came in the 11th minute from a distance of at least 35 yards but the shot was always rising. The South Americans were conceding a lot of free-kicks and it threatened to cause their undoing. In the 15th minute there was a real scare as Narae fired in another free-kick from a wider angle this time. It was aimed at her team-mates rushing in towards the near post and Lee Min-A was the one to make the touch with Paula Forero stretching to tip it onto the upright. Ji So Yun followed up but could not get the connection she wanted and Forero was able to smother the ball.
It was South Korea who were calling all the shots. Columbia were not able to put together any penetrating moves as Kim He Ri held a solid and organised back line. In the 23rd minute the Asian team were a whisker away from breaking through as Kwon Eun-Som, who was impressing on her return to the team, played in Ji. Kim Jin Young was waiting for the pass but Colombia, tackling and covering for their lives, just got there to snuff out the danger.
Forero did well again as Kim Narae sent another free-kick over the wall and dipping down inside the goalkeeper's right-hand post. She just got down in time to shovel the ball away. Ji then shot too high and Kim Narae's effort landed similarly in the seats behind the goal as Korea Republic remained the dominant force.
The decisive moment arrived four minutes into the second half as Ji once again showed her coolness in front of goal. Kim Narae launched the attack with a forward header and then Kwon helped the ball into the path of the mercurial number 10 with a neat pass. Ji was clear of the Colombia defence and her finish was clinical.
Colombia had introduced Katerin Castro at half-time after she had done well in the semi-final against Nigeria from the bench. A long ball downfield gave her something to chase and when she brought the ball down she rattled off a fierce shot that wasn't far off target.
There was a bit more pace and purpose behind the Colombia attacks but they couldn't find a way through while substitute Jung Hae-In sent a header just over the top. In the 85th minute Yorely Rincon shot from outside the area, the ball landing on the top of the netting.
The game ended on a disappointing note for Colombia with Lady Andrade stretchered off with a knee injury but on the bright side, to finish fourth in their first appearance at this level is a notable achievement for coach Ricardo Rozo and his team.
source: http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcupGermany: The first home winners
Germany became the first host nation to lift the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup as an early goal from their penalty-box princess, Alexandra Popp, and a late own goal earned them a 2-0 victory over Nigeria. It was Popp's 10th goal of the tournament and means she wins the addidas Golden Shoe for top markswoman at Germany 2010 while also becoming joint top scorer in all five editions.
It is the second time Germany have lifted this crown - they were also champions in Thailand in 2004 - and it was fully deserved as they wrapped up their sixth successive victory. While Nigeria were wonderfully spirited and never gave up, the home team should have made it easier for the capacity crowd in Bielefeld with a second goal before finally they put the issue beyond doubt in injury time.
Germany have made a habit of scoring early goals in this tournament and they made sure the final was no exception. In the eighth minute the ball was hit long and high from the right-back position and Popp flicked it on. Dzsenifer Marozsan, standing behind her, cushioned the ball before feeding a simple square pass for Germany's prolific number 11 to run onto. Her surge took her past Joy Jegede and a shot towards the far corner comfortably beat goalkeeper Alaba Jonathan.
With Nigeria - the first African team to appear in the final of any FIFA Women’s World Cup or Olympic Games - still coming to grips with the game, Kim Kulig came desperately close with a direct free-kick which just skimmed the bar. But the Nigeria are a very resolute outfit and any thoughts the home crowd may have entertained about this being a formality after the early goal were swiftly dispelled as the Falconets raised their level and intensity impressively.
Ebere Orji had been their best player so far and when she picked up possession down the right in plenty of space she elected to take it on herself. The angle was tight but the shot was powerful and Almuth Schult elected to turn it over.
Nigeria were now full of belief and after Helen Ukaonu had been crowded out the ball fell nicely for Desire Oparanozie who was only inches wide as she attempted to curl the ball in from her position to the left of goal.
Germany were almost gifted a second goal to take into half-time when Jonathan kicked the ball straight to Sylvia Arnold who shot towards the left-hand corner. The keeper made amends with the save.
Nigeria continued in the same vein, winning some vital midfield challenges and forcing Germany back with their strength. Yet it was the home side who had the best openings.
Popp might have added to her total on two occasions as Svenja Huth picked her out with crosses. The first she couldn't keep on target, the second ballooned off her chest and Jonathan was forced to claw it out from beneath her crossbar. At the other end Oparanozie was a constant menace with her physical attributes but the Nigerians’ final ball let them down.
Germany remained in charge: Marina Hegering firing too high while Huth's shot forced a fingertip save and substitute Stefanie Mirlach demanded that Jonathan push this one over the top.
The game finished with Germany well on top, Kulig scuffing a shot against the post. Then in added time the home side forced two corners and from the second Kulig headed powerfully towards goal. It came back off the post and unfortunately for Osinachi Ohale it hit her on the back before crossing the line.
source: http://www.fifa.com/u20womensworldcup
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