Julie Ertz summons late winner for US in SheBelieves Cup victory over Spain

Midfielder’s 87th-minute header clinches points for USWNT World champions are now unbeaten in 30 games White pounces as England limp past... thumbnail 1 summary

Julie Ertz’s header in the 87th minute extended the US’s unbeaten streak to 30 games as the Americans sealed a 1-0 win over Spain in the SheBelieves Cup on Sunday at a sold-out Red Bull Arena.

Christen Press sent in a free-kick from the left and Ertz, running at full speed, nodded the ball past Sandra Panos. The Spanish goalkeeper got a hand to the shot but could not prevent it from going into the net. The win gave the US six points and put them in position to win the four-team tournament if they avoid defeat against winless Japan on Wednesday.

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