Delran native and Rutgers standout Carli Lloyd scored the only goal as the U.S. toppled a brilliant but uneven Brazil to win the gold medal this morning. She scored in the first period of extra time after the regulation time ended tied at zero.
Now a year after a humiliating and controversial semi-final defeat at the hands of Brazil in the World Cup, the women are back on top. Lloyd, whose goal complemented a standout performance by goalie Hope Solo, further cements Jersey's premier place as U.S. soccer incubator.
- Tom Meagher
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