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Paris 2024 Olympics
/ 137 days agoSwanson's solo goal propels USWNT to Olympic gold medal
The United States Women's National Team (USWNT) won the Olympic gold medal on Saturday, beating Brazil. The South Americans initially came out of the gate on top, collecting the majority of possession and having the better chances. The first half was undoubtedly the USWNT's toughest test of the entire tournament. Nevertheless, the Americans eventually settled into the […]
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/ 138 days agoUSWNT vs. Brazil preview: USA pushing for 5th gold
Finally, the gold medal game. There aren't many bigger than this in women's soccer. It's the biggest game the USWNT has played since the 2019 Women's World Cup Final. It's the first time the USWNT has played for a gold medal since 2012 in London. But they aren't the only team playing in this gold […]
Paris 2024 Olympics
/ 144 days agoRodman's stunner propels USWNT into Olympic semifinals
The USWNT team advanced to the semifinals of the 2024 Olympic Games with a win over Japan on Saturday. Team USA fought a tough low defensive block from their opponents through the entirety of the game. While the two sides were scoreless after 90 minutes, Trinity Rodman spared her team's blushes with a glorious strike […]
Paris 2024 Olympics
/ 145 days agoUSA out of Olympics after thrashing by Morocco
Team USA was knocked out of the 2024 Olympics at the hands of Morocco on Friday. The American men were essentially outplayed by the formidable North African side for much of the match. In the end, Morocco thumped the USA by a score of 4-0 to end USA's hopes of an Olympic medal in men's […]
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/ 146 days agoUSA vs. Morocco preview: Semifinals bid at stake
By reaching the quarterfinals, the US men's team now has a chance to play for a medal at these Olympics. The USA finished second in Group A, and as a result, got to play Group B winners Morocco in the quarterfinals. The winner of this game goes to the semifinals with a chance to play […]
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/ 146 days agoUSWNT hold on in climactic 2-1 win to beat Australia
The Americans have looked so refreshingly potent throughout the Olympics, and you can link their new-found approach to their attack on three people. Sophia Smith, Mallory Swanson, and Trinity Rodman. Emma Hayes placed the puzzle pieces together for the USWNT, dropping the 35-year-old Alex Morgan from the Olympics squad and leaning on the in-form Mallory […]
Paris 2024 Olympics
/ 147 days agoUSA men's soccer reaches Olympic quarterfinals; first since 2000
Another strong performance from the USA men's soccer team ensured a spot in the Olympic quarterfinals for Marko Mitrovic's side. A 3-0 win over Guinea in the final group-stage game means the United States closed the first stage of competition with six points. That is good enough to finish second behind host nation France, which […]
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/ 149 days agoUSWNT eases past Germany with 4-1 win
Sophia Smith led the way as the United States rolled past a potent German squad with a comprehensive 4-1 win. It's their most important win under manager Emma Hayes, especially with how they approached the game. The new-look Americans, led by the powerful front three of Smith, Trinity Rodman, and Mallory Swanson gave the Germans […]
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/ 151 days agoSpain dominates Dominican Republic with 3-1 win
Who needs Nico Williams roaming down the left when you've got Sergio Gomez? The Real Sociedad wingback and the rest of Spain's unstoppable Olympic team powered through to a dominant 3-1 win over the Dominican Republic to seal a place in the quarterfinals. Spain divebombed the Dominicans with their wing players, consistently stretching the defense […]
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/ 153 days agoOlise leads the way as USMNT falls to favorites France
He's never troubled, is he? Michael Olise, only weeks removed from a $65 million transfer to Bayern Munich, scored a stunner as France strolled past the United States in a cool 3-0 victory. Surprisingly, Olise looked as unbothered and nonchalant as ever after France's second goal. Olise cut inside with his dominant left foot from the […]
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/ 154 days agoBizarre Argentina-Morocco Olympics game ends in chaos
On the opening day of the 2024 Paris Olympics, Argentina scored what they thought was a late goal to complete a 2-2 comeback against Morocco in a fiery game that ended in chaos. However, after a delay of more than one hour, Argentina's equalizer was ruled offside followed by the final three minutes of the […]
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/ 175 days agoArgentina select 2024 Olympics squad: Is Messi included?
The head coach of the Argentina U23 soccer team, Javier Mascherano, has named his 18-man squad for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games. Notable among the players on the roster are four former World Cup champions, who represent Argentina's determination to contend for the trophy. The squad, which includes both seasoned veterans and promising young […]
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/ 213 days agoOlympics or Copa America? Tough choice awaits Balogun
Folarin Balogun, the promising USMNT striker, is at a crossroads as he contemplates his summer tournament commitments. The talented 22-year-old faces a crucial decision that could shape his international career and his future with his club, Monaco. The countdown to both the Copa America and the Olympic Games is underway, and the striker’s choices will […]