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U.S. women's soccer team eyes 5th Olympic goal
By Mary Cunningham,
3 hours ago
The United States women's soccer team will vie for gold in a highly anticipated face-off with Brazil. The final showdown is scheduled to take place at the Parc des Princes stadium in Paris at 11 a.m. ET on Saturday, Aug. 10.
The last time the U.S. women's team brought home gold was at the 2012 Games in London . If the Brazilians come out victorious, it will be their first gold medal in the sport.
The United States and Brazil rose to the top of the pack after beating opponents Germany and Spain, respectively, during semifinal matches earlier this week.
The Americans won 1-0 Tuesday in a fierce battle with Germany. Forward player Sophia Smith scored the winning goal in the first 15-minute half of overtime after an assist from teammate Mallory Swanson.
"I'm so proud of us for finding a way in these last few games to get the win," Smith said after Tuesday's match . Smith turns 24 on Aug. 10, the day of the gold medal matchup.
Brazil had their work cut out for them going into Tuesday's semifinals against Spain, which boasted an undefeated record at the Summer Games . Still, the South American team managed to defy the odds when they beat the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup champs 4-2.
Marta had to sit out her team's quarter and semifinal matches after she received a red card during an Olympic group finale match against Spain , the Associated Press reported. The Brazilian soccer superstar will rejoin her teammates Saturday on the Parc des Princes for a chance at gold before she bids a final farewell to the Olympic stage.
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