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USA Survive Italy Scare at Women's World Cup
USA edged Italy 55:52 in Berlin after trailing late, posting their lowest-scoring World Cup win since 1971 despite being tournament favourites.
The United States needed a late rally to beat Italy 55:52 at the women's World Cup in Berlin, and the winning score was the lowest the Americans have put up at a World Cup since 1971.
With 4 minutes 29 seconds left, the USA trailed 48:50. They then closed the game on a 7:0 run to escape with the win, according to ESPN.
The team arrived in Berlin as the tournament favourite.
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