Exciting WPS Season Winding Down

Well, for the summer season, when things are supposed to be quiet and boring in the soccer world, there has certainly been a lot of excitement going on. Confederations Cup and Gold Cup...World Cup qualifying (USA vs. Mexico on Aug 12)....all kinds of transfer news (are Real Madrid and Manchester City buying every player on the planet?)...some great friendlies here in the U.S. (anyone see Beckham's free kick vs. Barcelona?)...and, of course we had the MLS all-star game here in Utah last week.

But, please don't forget, that the inaugural season of WPS is coming to a climax here. As we have said before, the quality of the soccer played this year has been fantastic. If you haven't been able to watch the games, please check them out...In fact, the league's web site (www.womensprosoccer.com has all kinds of highlights)

The league has seven teams and there is one week left in the season. The Los Angeles Sol has clinched 1st place and gets a spot in the final on August 22. The St. Louis Athletica has clinched 2nd place and gets a spot in the semi-final (Wed. August 19). And three teams are battling it out for 3rd and 4th...Washington, Boston and New Jersey.

So watch these highlights from yesterday's Chicago Red Stars vs. Los Angeles Sol game. You'll see a great combination goal ending with Carli Lloyd busting through from midfield to score. You'll see the one and only Marta making incredible runs to get behind the defense. And though she didn't score, her choices of when to shoot and with what part of her foot are fantastic. And you'll see two goals that come from someone heading the ball back across the box to a teammate. Great Stuff!

Watch the highights by clicking here!