USA 1-0 Jamaica (Nov 14, 2024) Game Analysis
USA Wins Tightly Contested Match Against Jamaica
On November 14, 2024, the United States Women's National Team (USWNT) defeated Jamaica 1-0 in a hard-fought friendly match. The match was played at Exploria Stadium in Orlando, Florida and was the first meeting between the two teams since the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.
USA Dominates Possession, Jamaica Defends Stoutly
The USWNT controlled possession for much of the match, but Jamaica defended resolutely. The Reggae Girlz limited the USWNT to just a few clear-cut scoring chances in the first half.
The USWNT finally broke through in the 65th minute when Alex Morgan scored a header off a corner kick from Lindsey Horan. It was Morgan's 119th international goal, moving her within one of tying Mia Hamm for the most goals in USWNT history.
Jamaica Creates Chances but Fails to Convert
Jamaica had a few good chances to equalize in the second half, but they were unable to find the back of the net. Khadija Shaw had a great chance in the 75th minute, but her shot was saved by USWNT goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher.
The USWNT held on for the 1-0 victory, extending their unbeaten streak to 18 matches. The win was also the USWNT's first under new head coach Vlatko Andonovski.
Match Highlights
* The USWNT controlled possession for 62% of the match. * Jamaica had 7 shots to the USWNT's 12. * Jamaica had 3 shots on target to the USWNT's 5. * Alex Morgan scored the only goal of the match in the 65th minute. * Alyssa Naeher made 3 saves for the USWNT.What's Next for the USWNT?
The USWNT will next face Japan in a friendly match on November 17, 2024. The match will be played at Allianz Field in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
