MONCHENGLADBACH, Germany - April 21, 2019 - Another beautiful afternoon of field hockey for the U.S. U-21 Women's National Team, as they played their second match of the international tour against Great Britain today.

“I’m really happy with the adjustments we were able to make," said Jarred Martin, U-21 USWNT Head Coach, post-match. "I thought we brought really great energy and we were able to sustain it throughout the game. In the second half of the match we increased the intensity with good pressure and we managed to maintain that momentum against the GB defense for the whole half. Our focus point going into the third game will definitely be capitalizing on opportunities.”

Although the outcome of the game was 0-1, USA was able to make clear adjustments allowing them to play their style of field hockey. The ability to move off ball, and press Great Britain with more intensity and purpose, helped USA control the momentum and tempo of the game.

In the first half, both teams had equal chances to score on offense. In the 28th minute, Great Britain capitalized on a strong sweep off a penalty corner for the only goal of the game. After halftime, USA increased their intensity, energy and press organization, which allowed them to play in Great Britain's defensive half for majority of the second half.

Despite the offensive effort, USA was not able to finish. Great Britain's goalkeeper ended the game with a stellar performance and shut down USA’s goal scoring opportunities.

The last two minutes of the game were thrilling as Great Britain was awarded a stroke but the British player hit the post. Seconds later, USA broke away with a quick counter attack and earned two penalty corners with minimal time left on the clock. Unfortunately, despite their valiant efforts to put one away, USA could not capitalize and the game ended with a score of 0-1.

The U.S. U-21 Women's National Team has tomorrow off before returning to the pitch on Tuesday, April 23 to play Great Britain again at 10:00 a.m. ET. For more information regarding the 3 Nations Tournament, visit the official event page by clicking here.