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June 30, 2015 8:00 PM

U.S. topples top-ranked Germany 2-0 to reach World Cup Final

In a battle between a fantastic attack and a fantastic defense, the latter prevailed, as two penalty kicks -- one made, one whiffed -- and a late insurance goal gave the U.S. a 2-0 win over Germany and a berth in the Women's World Cup final.

by Russell Lewis and Christopher Dean Hopkins

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June 30, 2015 3:23 PM

Twins to offer Women's World Cup on a big screen

Fans will be able to watch the U.S. play Germany in their semifinal game.

by Jared Hemming

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June 30, 2015 10:16 AM

U.S.-Germany soccer match is showdown between world's top teams

Second-ranked U.S. plays No. 1 Germany in a semifinal tonight. They're battling for a spot in Sunday's final.

by Russell Lewis and Christopher Dean Hopkins

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June 26, 2015 9:45 PM

U.S. beats China, gains World Cup semifinals

The American women beat the Chinese team 1-0, playing without two of their strongest players.

by Russell Lewis and Christopher Dean Hopkins

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June 26, 2015 9:43 PM

U.S. women take out China, make World Cup semifinals

Midfielder Carli Lloyd's header in the 51st minute made the difference, but the U.S. kept pressure on China all night long and had 17 shots to China's 7.

by Russell Lewis and Christopher Dean Hopkins

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June 26, 2015 8:51 AM

Meet the Timberwolves' newest players

The Star Tribune's digital sports editor spoke with Cathy Wurzer about the addition of Karl-Anthony Towns and Tyus Jones to the Wolves' roster.

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June 25, 2015 6:37 PM

Meet Karl-Anthony Towns, Timberwolves' top draft pick

As expected, the Timberwolves chose Kentucky forward Karl-Anthony Towns with their first pick. There was a surprise, too: The Wolves landed local kid Tyus Jones.

by Molly Bloom and Peter Cox