Mallory Swanson’s early second-half goal helped the U.S. women's national team cap off an undefeated run to its first gold medal since the 2012 London Olympics.
Mallory Swanson, of the United States, up, celebrates with Lindsey Horan, of the United States, after scoring her side's first goal during the women's soccer gold medal match between Brazil and the United States at the Parc des Princes during the 2024 Summer Olympics, Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024, in Paris, France.The Americans, who hadn’t won gold since the 2012 London Olympics, closed out an undefeated run to the title in their first international campaign under new coach Emma Hayes.
Goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher preserved the win with a one-handed save on Adriana’s header in stoppage time at Parc des Princes.The loss is more heartbreak for Brazil and its iconic star, Marta. The six-time world player of the year has never won a Women’s World Cup or an Olympics. This is expected to be her last major international tournament.It was the third victory for the United States over Brazil in an Olympic final.
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