U.S. women's soccer team wins Olympic gold at Paris 2024

SOURCE www.npr.org
The U.S. women's soccer team wins Olympic gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics, defeating Brazil 1-0 in the final match. This victory marks their fifth Olympic gold medal.

Key Points

  • U.S. team won every game at the Olympics and never trailed
  • Mallory Swanson scored the winning goal in the final match
  • Brazilian superstar Marta played her final game for Brazil

Pros

  • U.S. women's soccer team wins fifth Olympic gold medal
  • Victory under new coach Emma Hayes and revamped roster
  • Young players like Trinity Rodman, Sophia Smith, and Mallory Swanson contribute to the win

Cons

  • Brazil takes silver medal in the final match