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Lavelle Marks 100th Cap with Goal in US Win over Japan

On Saturday, the United States defeated Japan 2-1 at PayPal Park, with midfielder Rose Lavelle scoring in the ninth minute during her 100th international appearance.
Japan arrived following a dominant Women's Asian Cup victory, where the team outscored opponents 29-1 and qualified for next year's Women's World Cup in Brazil.
Defender Lindsey Heaps added a goal in the 48th minute, extending the United States' winning streak to 10 matches, though Riko Ueki ended their 866-minute shutout streak with a 61st-minute header.
Heaps emphasized the team's tactical adjustment, saying, "We had certain moments of control lower down, but if we control the ball higher up the field, we're gonna get chances." The defensive discipline secured the victory.
The teams will meet again on Tuesday in Seattle, before concluding their three-match series on Friday in Commerce City, Colorado.

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