Japan conquer USA in women's World Cup final

Japan lifted the women's World Cup with a dramatic win over the USA on Sunday, delivering a boost to the morale of a country still reeling from the deadly March 11 earthquake and tsunami

Japan lifted the women's World Cup with a dramatic win over the USA on Sunday, delivering a boost to the morale of a country still reeling from the deadly March 11 earthquake and tsunami.


Japanese players celebrate after winning the women's World Cup inu00a0
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Goalkeeper Ayumi Kaihori made two saves as the final was settled by a penalty shoot-out before defender Saki Kumagai converted the spot-kick to give Japan their first World Cup title.

Under captain Homare Sawa, Japan won the hearts of fans with impressive displays just four months after the national disaster.

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