Lang secures first win for Canadian women's soccer team
August 6, 2008 | 2:51 PMElizabeth Kivowitz Boatright-Simon
In Canada's first game in group play, UCLA junior Kara Lang scored the game-winning goal in a 2-1 victory over Argentina.
Lang headed in a free kick from 10 yards out in the 72nd minute to give Canada a 2-0 lead. Argentina scored with five minutes left, but the Canadians held on for the win and the Group E lead with three points.
For video of the game, click here.
For more on Lang, read an article about her at FIFA.com.
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