U.S. surges in second half, beats North Korea

Lauren Cheney and Rachel Buehler scored in the second half, and the United States opened World Cup play with a 2-0 win over North Korea on Tuesday.
Jun 28, 2011, 08:14 pm - Associated Press

Match Timeline

United States
North Korea
  • KO
  • HT
  • 45+3
  • 48
  • 54
  • 68
  • 75
  • 76
  • 79
  • 81
  • FT
  • 90+4
  • 90+4

Match Commentary

90'+4'
Match ends, USA 2, North Korea 0.
90'+4'
Second Half ends, USA 2, North Korea 0.
90'+4'
Attempt missed. R. Un Hyang (North Korea) right footed shot from the centre of the box misses to the left. Assisted by J. Yun Mi with a cross following a corner.
Match Stats
USAPRK
Possession
53%
4753
47%
Shots on Goal
12
7
Shot Attempts
19
13
Yellow Cards
0
0
Corner Kicks
8
4
Saves
7
10