US Women’s Team: Under the tutelage of former Chelsea boss Emma Hayes, the US began their girls’s Olympic football campaign with a comprehensive three-zero win over Zambia in Nice.
Trinity Rodman’s’ Early Lead
Trinity Rodman hit the crossbar and put her country ahead after just 17 minutes, showing her importance to the team.
Quick Fire Goals from Mallory Swanson
Mallory Swanson scored twice within a minute to make the scoreline 3-0 by the 25th minute. Pauline Zulu’s’ red card left Zambia with ten players, making their task more difficult.
Failed Attempts to Increase Their Advantage
Despite having an extra player for the entirety of the second half, the USA needed help to add more goals. They should have made use of their better position.
Emma Hayes” New Chapter Stateside
It was Emma Hayes’ first competitive game as a staff member for the United States after leaving Chelsea. While at Stamford Bridge, she won seven Women’s Super League titles in 12 years – five of those consecutively.
Other Openers:
Germany Cruise Past Australia
Germany beat Australia 3-0 in another Group B fixture. Marina Hegering, Lea Schuller, and Jule Brand were all on target for Germany, showcasing their strength throughout this Tournament.
France Edge Out Colombia
France won by a slender margin against Colombia, 3-2. Marie-Antoinette Katoto scored twice, and Kenza Dali got one, as France took a commanding three-goal lead early on. Catalina Usme’s penalty kick and Manuela PaviSepulveda’sas strike late weren’t enough for Colombia, which had Mayra Ramirez sent off towards the end.
Spain Come From Behind To Beat Japan
World Cup winners Spain came from behind to beat Japan 2-1. Aoba Fujino had given Japan the lead before Aitana Bonmati and Mariona Caldentey scored for Spain to win the match.
Brazil Sneak Past Nigeria
Brazil beat Nigeria 1-0, with Gabi Nunes scoring the sport’s best intention. The suit showed Brazil’s resilience and tactical awareness.
Canada Come From Behind To Beat New Zealand
Canada came from behind to defeat New Zealand 2-1. After conceding the primary purpose, Canada confirmed its determination.
On Sunday, the US will face Germany in Marseille, with an area inside the region-finals at stake. Teams are combating tooth and nail for places inside the knockout levels of this Competition, so each sport counts.
