US Team Celebrates Korbin Albert’s Goal Against Australia
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US Women’s Team Advances to Olympic Quarterfinals
The US women’s soccer team secured a spot in the 2024 Paris Olympic quarterfinals with a 2-1 win over Australia on Wednesday. They finished the group stage unbeaten.
Early Lead and Key Goals
Trinity Rodman scored just before halftime, converting a header from Sophia Smith. Korbin Albert then extended the lead with a powerful long-range shot in the second half.
Australia’s Late Goal
Alanna Kennedy scored a late goal for Australia, but it was not enough to change the outcome. The US held on for the win.
Perfect Group Stage Record
The US won all three group matches, finishing first in Group B with a perfect nine points. They will face Japan in the quarterfinals.
Historic Olympic Success
The USWNT has been a dominant force in Olympic soccer since its debut in 1996.US Women’s Soccer Olympic Success
The US women’s soccer team boasts a strong Olympic history, winning four gold medals in five Games, including three consecutive titles from 2004 to 2012.
Recent Struggles
US Soccer Team Advances In recent years, the team has faced challenges. They failed to win gold since 2012, losing to Sweden in the 2016 quarterfinals, securing bronze in Tokyo 2020, and being eliminated in the round of 16 at the 2023 World Cup after winning back-to-back titles in 2015 and 2019.
New Hope for 2024
US Soccer Team Advances Head coach Emma Hayes, making her major tournament debut with the team, brings fresh hope. Her squad won their first two group matches, scoring seven goals and conceding just one, securing advancement to the next round early.
Impact Players
The team’s success is driven by key attackers Sophia Smith, Mallory Swanson, and Trinity Rodman. They have scored or assisted in all seven of the USWNT’s goals in the tournament so far.
Sophia Smith dribbles the ball against Australia.
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Key Goal by Smith and Rodman
US Soccer Team Advances On Wednesday, Sophia Smith and Trinity Rodman linked up for the US’s first goal. Smith headed the ball down, allowing Rodman to score.
US Dominance and Horan’s Near Miss
The US team dominated the match, with Lindsey Horan coming close to scoring with a header that was tipped onto the crossbar. Despite their control, they struggled to extend their lead.
Albert’s Stunning Strike
US Soccer Team Advances Substitute Korbin Albert changed the game with a powerful shot from outside the box, finding the top corner to double the US’s lead.
Late Goal by Kennedy
Alanna Kennedy’s goal in the 91st minute brought hope for Australia, echoing their dramatic comeback against Zambia. However, the US held firm to secure their victory.
Unfortunate Yellow Card for Coffey
The only setback for the US was Sam Coffey’s early yellow card, which will prevent her from playing in the quarterfinals.