The Paris Olympics wrapped up over the weekend, with the USWNT reclaiming their place atop the major tournament mountain after earning their fifth gold medal on Saturday. USWNT forward Mallory Swanson scored the game’s lone goal in the 57th minute to lead the team to their eventual 1-0 win over Brazil.
The US never trailed at the 2024 Olympics and became the first women’s team in tournament history to record shutouts through all three knockout rounds.
Second-half adjustments secured USWNT win
Brazil looked the better of the two teams in the first half, bypassing the USWNT’s midfield to pressure their backline with probing, vertical play. Recent Chicago Red Stars signing Ludmila spurred chaos among the USWNT defense, striking what would have been the game’s opening goal if she hadn’t been ruled offside.
The US held fast to a 0-0 scoreline at the half, then worked their way back into the match. A well-weighted pass from Korbin Albert ultimately split Brazil’s defense and slotted Swanson in on goal.
USA’s World Cup rebound streak kept alive
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