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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jenna Fryer

US needs a win or draw to avoid risk of elimination in group play for 1st time in Women's World Cup

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The United States arrived at the Women's World Cup as the favorites to win an unprecedented third consecutive title. But after an underwhelming draw against the Netherlands, there's a real chance the Americans can be eliminated in group play for the first time in tournament history.

The U.S. plays Portugal in the third and final match of Group E play, and if Portugal pulls off an upset Tuesday at Eden Park in Auckland, the Americans could be in big trouble.

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