Former Badger helps U.S. Women's National Soccer Team advance in Olympic Games

Wisconsin women’s soccer alumnus Rose Lavelle helped the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team advance to the knockout stage at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on Sunday.

The United States defeated Germany 4-1 in its second match of group play. The Americans defeated Zambia in their Olympic opener on July 25.

Lavelle and company now hold sole leadership in their group — which also includes Zambia, Germany and Australia.

As she did against Zambia, the former Badger started at midfield alongside Samantha Coffee. Lavelle racked up four corner kicks and played all 90 minutes of the match.

In terms of scoring, the United States’ Sophia Smith nailed two goals while Mallory Swanson and Lynn Williams chipped in with one apiece. Goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher finished with four saves as well.

This marks Lavelle’s second Olympic appearance following her stint at the Olympic Games Tokyo. She played in all six games en route to the United States’ bronze medal finish in 2021.

Lavelle and the United States will square off against Australia next at 1:00 p.m. ET on July 31.