The women of the United States national team know what happens when you take Japan lightly. Heavily favored going into the final at the 2011 World Cup, the U.S. twice allowed Japan to work their way back into the game before eventually losing in penalty kicks.
"That heartbreak never goes away," Abby Wambach said, per Laura Vecsey of Fox Sports. "It's not about revenge or avenging that loss. I feel an air of confidence and we don't overlook Japan for one minute because they are a very, very organized team."
The U.S. find themselves in a similar position heading into Sunday's anticipated rematch.