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USA Menace in London 2012 Semi Final Sparks Debate
Opinion argues two late calls by referee Pedersen altered the Canada vs USA semifinal as the US tied 3-3 and won 4-3 in extra time. It cites a six second rule controversy on Erin McLeod and a handball penalty that awarded the US a kick, then notes Canada later beat France 1-0 for bronze. The piece praises American persistence and questions calls, urging support for all athletes.
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