U.S. beats Brazil to win inaugural Concacaf W Gold Cup in San Diego
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Alex Morgan hoists the championship trophy. Photo: Carmen Mandato/USSF via Getty Images
The U.S. Women's National Team beat Brazil 1-0 in the first-ever Concacaf W Gold Cup at Snapdragon Stadium Sunday night.
Why it matters: San Diego is now part of history, hosting this inaugural international women's soccer tournament and building Snapdragon's reputation as a soccer venue.
- Beyond bragging rights for Team USA, the games were a proving ground for national team players looking to secure roster spots for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
State of play: The game drew a sellout crowd of 31,528 — a record crowd for a Concacaf women's match, per AP.
Zoom in: Midfielder Lindsey Horan scored on a header just before the end of the first half to give Team USA the lead.
The intrigue: USWNT and San Diego Wave player Jaedyn Shaw, 19, was a breakout star in the tournament. Scoring four goals in the tournament, she earned the "Golden Ball" or best player award.
