The force was strong with Japan, says USA goalkeeper Hope Solo
http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2011/jul/18/hope-solo-japan-usa-final

Japan triumphed on penalties after late equaliser
one of the star performers during the USA's run to the final
at the end of normal time
in extra-time
the Japan squad
self-belief was key to their success
squandered chances had cost them dearly
we couldn't put away our chances
also paid tribute to the Japan side