PHOTOS: American newspapers react to historic World Cup victory
Erich Schlegel / Reuters
Americans everywhere rejoiced Sunday evening as the United States became the first nation to win three Women's World Cup titles, achieving the feat by virtue of a stunning 5-2 victory over Japan that saw captain Carli Lloyd score a hat trick in the opening 16 minutes.
Related: Lloyd nets hat trick as U.S. crushes Japan, wins record 3rd Women's World Cup
While fans were celebrating the momentous win, headline writers across the country were preparing for their moment to shine.
Here's how they attempted to capture the United States' victory at the 2015 Women's World Cup:
HEADLINES
- Mets' Lindor returns from hand surgery, records hit in spring debut
- Capitals sign Boston University D-man Cole Hutson to 3-year contract
- SGA keeps 20-point streak alive as Thunder win 8th straight
- Cavs' Strus makes season debut after missing 67 games with broken foot
- Report: Eagles re-sign Goedert to 1-year deal
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