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Young soccer players held the flags of the U.S. and Russia in the pre-game National Anthem ceremonies.
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The U.S. Women’s National Team poses for a photo before their game against Russia.
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Russia’s Women’s Soccer Team posing for a team photo on February 8th at FAU Stadium before taking on the U.S. Women’s National Team in the first of two International Friendlies in the United States.
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Carli Lloyd, U.S. Women’s National Team midfielder, celebrating after one of her two first half goals in their 7-0 victory over Russia. Lloyd was also named Budweiser Woman of the Match.
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Abby Wambach, U.S. Women’s National Team forward, heads the ball in the second half of their 7-0 victory over Russia.
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The Miami Outlaws came to FAU Stadium in support of the U.S. Women’s National Team.
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On February 8th, 8,857 fans filled FAU Stadium to watch the U.S. Women’s National Team shut out Russia 7-0 in the first of two scheduled back-to-back International Friendlies against Russia.
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Sydney Leroux of the U.S. Women’s National Team celebrating after their 7-0 victory over Russia on February 8th at FAU stadium.
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Fans crowded in the stands behind the U.S. bench after the game in an attempt to get autographs from the team. Pictured is Hope Solo, U.S. Women’s National Team goalie, talking to a fan.
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The final score of the U.S. Women’s National Team versus Russia was 7-0, increasing the USA’s all time record against Russia to 6-0-1.