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By retaining the ball in difficult scenarios, Russo is regularly able to act as an outlet for her team under pressure.

But Roberts noted that Edman “hasn’t taken a fly ball out there in a month,” casting continued doubt over his ability to play anywhere else.

Barcelona had more of the ball in the first half but it was largely sterile possession and Madrid created the most dangerous opportunities.

"Ran the offense, ran the ball, completed passes, great poise at critical moments -- that was one of those all-time great performances."

They got their reward with a goal, Dane Murray panicking and hoofing the ball into his own net instead of making a clearance that should have been routine.