Oct 19, 2016; Sandy, UT, USA; United States forward Christen Press (23) kicks the ball down the field during the second half against the Switzerland at Rio Tinto Stadium. United States won the game 4-0. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-USA TODAY Sports

The United State Women’s National Team defeated Germany 1-0 in their opening match of the 2017 SheBelieves Cup.

It was the ninth victory for the USWNT against Germany in the countries last 14 meetings, as the Americans remain undefeated against their European counterparts since 2003.

The lone goal of the match was scored by Lynn Williams in 56th minute, the striker tucked home a rebound off of a Tobin Heath shot that was blocked in front of the net. It was just the second career goal for Williams as a member of the USWNT.

Germany struggled with possession for most of the match and failed to create any real dangerous threats. In the 12th minute, Sara Däbritz let a shot go from outside the 18 that was well-saved by American goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher. Aside from that opportunity, it was a rather stagnate performance from the Germans.

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In the first half, Christen Press caused problems for the Germany back line, as she unleashed a tight angle shot in the tenth minute that almost caught Almuth Schult off guard in net.

After Williams goal, the U.S saw a few more chances come their way in the second half. Williams had a chance to double the advantage and record a brace, but her breakaway attempt was blasted over the net and into the stands. Press had a chance fall to her as well, however, she put her attempt just over the crossbar. Carli Lloyd had a chance in the dying minutes of the match, but Schult did well to make the save.

In the end, Germany were unable to find an equaliser, and it finished 1-0. Naeher picked up the clean sheet, making four saves on the night.

The USWNT outshot their opponents 15 to 11 and controlled possession with 56%.

Up next, the USWNT will face England on Saturday. It was a heartbreaking loss in stoppage time for the English against France in the opening match of the day.