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USWNT Sensationally Knocked-Out Of World Cup

The USWNT were knocked out of the Women’s World Cup by Sweden after a dramatic penalty shoot-out. The US Women exit the tournament having conceded just one goal in four games.

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United States players including forward Megan Rapinoe (15) and midfielder Lindsey Horan (10) react after losing to Sweden in the penalty kick shootout during a Round of 16 match in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium. Photo: Jenna Watson-USA TODAY Sports

USA 0 Sweden 0 (Sweden win on pens)

Report by USSoccer.com

Sophia Smith
Sophia Smith (11) collides with Sweden goalkeeper Zecira Musovic (1) Photo: Jenna Watson-USA TODAY Sports
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Line Ups

USA

 1. Naeher (GK) — 19. Dunn, 4. Girma, 8. Ertz, 23. Fox (O’Hara, 120′) — 10. Horan, , 14. Sonnett (Mewis, 120′), 17. Sullivan — 20. Rodman (L. Williams, 66′), 13. Morgan (Rapinoe, 99′), 11. Smith.

Sweden

 1. Musovic (GK) — 14. Bjorn, 13. Ilestedt, 6. Eriksson, 2. Andersson — 16. Angeldal, 23. Rubensson — 19. Kaneryd (Jakobsson, 82′), 9. Asllani (Hurtig, 82′), 18. Rolfo — 11. Blackstenius (Blomqvist, 111′).

Trinity Rodman
Trinity Rodman (20) takes a shot Photo: Jenna Watson-USA TODAY Sports
Megan Rapinoe
Megan Rapinoe (15) reacts. Photo: Jenna Watson-USA TODAY Sports
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