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06th Jul 2015

Video: USA Women are world champions and now scoring goals from Jupiter

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Patrick McCarry

It was a beat-down of epic proportions.

The United States defeated defending champions Japan 5-2 in Vancouver, Canada to claim World Cup glory.

Carli Lloyd was the hero as the USA won the cup for the first time in their history. They were 4-0 up after 16 minutes with Lloyd completing her hat-trick in style.

The striker spotted the Japanese goalkeeper off her line and let rip with a fine effort.

Expect a call from President Obama soon.