The Olympics are here, and the world’s top soccer talent is on display! The USWNT beat Germany, winning both of their group-stage matches, while Canada is dealing with a huge spying scandal. Barbra Banda is having another stellar tournament, scoring her third Olympic hat trick. Spain’s stars, Alexia Putellas and Aitana Bonmatí, are also shining in the team’s first-ever Olympic games. Keep on reading for the week’s best women’s soccer news!
High of the Weekend
In the most joyous performance fans have seen in years, the USWNT beat Germany 4-1 on Sunday. The attacking trifecta of Trinity Rodman, Sophia Smith, and Mallory Swanson proved extremely effective this game, helping score the first three goals. Plus, Lynn Williams subbed on to score a fourth.
The team performed well against the No. 4 ranked team and has qualified for the Knockout Stage!
Low of the Weekend
JAEDYN SHAW OUT FOR USWNT VS GERMANY 🇺🇸
The 19-year-old forward remains unavailable for the US due to a muscle strain. Alternate Croix Bethune will take her place in the 18-player roster once again. Shaw’s Olympic debut will have to wait a bit longer.
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— The Women’s Game (@WomensGameMIB) July 28, 2024
Jaedyn Shaw remains ineligible to…
