Nobody beats Sweden on the rebound from a Women’s World Cup semifinal loss. Not even the tournament hosts.
World Cup
It was a disappointing finish for the Matildas, who captivated their country during their run to the semifinals for the first time. “We wanted to win, we wanted to have some hardware to take home. Wasn’t to be,” Kerr said. But, “the way the fans have got behind us, the way girls have carried themselves, I think we’ve proven to the world we are a footballing nation.European champion England and Spain are meeting in the final in Sydney on Sunday, and Sweden’s win means European nations will finish first, second and third.
Rolfo converted from the penalty spot with a low, curling left-foot shot in the 30th minute after Australian defender Clare Hunt was penalized after a VAR review for tripping up Stina Blackstenius. “It’s a sense of relief and a wonderful feeling at the final whistle,” Sweden coach Peter Gerhardsson said.
A 2-1 loss to Spain in Auckland sent Sweden into familiar territory. The Swedes, runners-up in 2003, beat Germany in 1991, France in 2011 and England four years ago in their previous bronze-medal matches. A fifth podium finish is second only to the four-time champion United States in terms of success at the Women’sWhile the Swedish squad was taking bows in front of their clusters of fans in the capacity, almost 50,000-strong crowd, the Matildas did a lap to say thanks.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Sweden beats Australia to win another bronze medal at the Women's World CupSweden has won another bronze medal at the Women’s World Cup with Fridolina Rolfo and Kosovare Asllani scoring in a 2-0 win over co-host Australia.
Read more »
Sweden beats Australia 2-0 to win another bronze medal at the Women's World CupSweden has won another bronze medal at the Women’s World Cup with Fridolina Rolfo and Kosovare Asllani scoring in a 2-0 win over co-host Australia
Read more »
Sweden beats Australia 2-0 in Women's World Cup bronze medal matchIt was a disappointing finish for the Matildas, who captivated their country during their run to the semifinals for the first time.
Read more »
Sweden beats Australia 2-0 to win another bronze medal at the Women's World CupNobody beats Sweden on the rebound from a Women's World Cup semifinal loss. Not even the tournament hosts.
Read more »
Women's World Cup: Sweden beats Australia to win another bronze medalSweden extended their perfect record in World Cup third-place matches, with Fridolina Rolfo and Kosovare Asllani scoring in a 2-0 win over Australia.
Read more »
Women's World Cup Third Place Match 2023: How to watch Australia vs. SwedenThe 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup is down to its final two games. England will face Spain in the final game on Sunday, August 20. But first, Australia and Sweden battle it out for the third place title this Saturday. While Sweden has taken the third place spot before, if Australia wins the Saturday morning match, it'd be the Matildas' first time taking home the title. Ready to watch the Australia vs. Sweden match this weekend?Well set your alarms, because this year's World Cup has unfortunately been beset with an awkward time difference, and the Third Place Match is no exception. Saturday morning's World Cup game kicks off bright and early at 4 a.m. ET. So get the coffee ready! Here's everything you need to know about where to watch the Women's World Cup Third Place game.
Read more »