Wambach double leads United States past Sweden

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09/14/2007 - Chengdu, China (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Abby Wambach scored two goals as the United States posted an impressive 2-0 win over Sweden on Friday in the World Cup.

Wambach converted a penalty kick in the first half and added her third goal of the tournament - and the 80th of her career - in the second half.

The Americans moved atop Group B and are in great position to qualify for the quarterfinals. The United States ends group play Tuesday against Nigeria.

Sweden, the 2003 World Cup runners-up, are in danger of failing to advance to the quarterfinals for the first time.

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