Last night, “the game” was a semifinal match between the United States and Germany in the Women’s World Cup. The Americans defeated the favored Germans 2-0, advancing to Sunday’s final, where they will face either England or Japan.

This is What Was “The Game”? An ongoing series in which we explain “the game” of last night.

Previously: 6/23, 6/17


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