The 2024 Paris Olympics women’s soccer semifinals showcased the resilience of the USWNT and Brazil, securing their spots in the gold medal game after two thrilling semifinal matches on Tuesday.
The semifinal games began with an exciting match between the USWNT and Germany that remained scoreless and extended into extra time. Ultimately, Sophia Smith scored the lone goal in the 95th minute, sending the USA into the finals.
In the second game of the day, Brazil, who finished third in the group stage, continued to surprise by defeating the tournament favorites, the reigning Women’s World Cup champions Spain, 4-2 in a thrilling match. Brazil’s victory secured them a spot in the finals.
Now, the USWNT will face Brazil for the gold medal on Saturday, August 10, at 11 a.m. ET.
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The USWNT is set to compete in their first gold medal match in 12 years against Brazil on Saturday, August 10 at 11 a.m. ET.
Olympics 2024: Women’s soccer knockout rounds schedule
All times ET.
Tuesday, Aug. 6
Semifinal #1: USWNT 1-0 Germany, FINAL
Semifinal #2: Brazil 4-2 Spain, FINAL
Olympics 2024: Women’s soccer medal rounds schedule
All times ET.
Friday, Aug. 9
Bronze medal match: Germany vs. Spain, 9 a.m.; USA Network, Telemundo, Peacock, and NBCOlympics.com
Saturday, Aug. 10
Gold medal match: USWNT vs. Brazil, 11 a.m.; USA Network, Telemundo, Peacock, and NBCOlympics.com.
Spain not going easy
Spain continues to battle Brazil, and Paralluelo scores again for Spain in extra time to narrow Brazil’s lead to 4-2, but it may be a little too late for the Women’s World Cup champions.
Brazil responds and scores a fourth goal
Brazil did not ease off the pressure and responded to Spain’s goal by scoring their fourth goal of the semifinal matchup in the 90th minute. Kerolin Ferraz took advantage of Spain’s Cata Coll mistake which resulted in the ball finding the back of the net and extending Brazil’s lead 4-1.
Spain nets first goal in the 86 minute
Spain still has fight in them after Salma Paralleulo scored their first goal of the game, giving them a lifeline in the semifinal matchup against Brazil. However, Brazil is still leading 3-1 with only a few minutes left in the game.
Brazil makes it 3-0 against Spain
Brazil extended its lead to 3-0 after scoring another goal in the second half. Adriana Leal da Silva headed the ball into the back of the net from inside the box.
Brazil leads Spain 2-0 into halftime
In a stunning turn of events, Brazil came out fierce and struck first against the Spain, taking the lead in the first 10 minutes after Irene Paredes scored the opening goal. Brazil then extended the lead in extra time of the first half when Gabi Portilho netted a shot from the center to claim the second goal of the game.
15’Brazil goal: Spain’s Irene Parades scores own goal
Brazil got out to an early lead in this semifinal match behind a Paredes 15th-minute own goal.
Paris Olympics 2024: How to watch the Summer Games across TV and streaming
Date: July 24-Aug. 11
TV: Games broadcast across NBC, USA Network, E!, Telemundo, CNBC and Golf Channel
Streaming: Peacock, nbcolympics.com
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