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An already unpredictable Women's World Cup became even more so Sunday with the elimination of the United States by Sweden in penalty kicks, an outcome that…
The U.S. fans had already largely trickled out of the stands, as Sweden did their victory lap around Melbourne Rectangular Stadium after beating the reigning champions 5-4 on penalties and ABBA’s “Dancing Queen” began to blast over the sound system. Right inside the circle on the pitch, there was a mass of red and white. U.S. technical and communications staff in red jackets fanned out, finding stunned American players in need of comfort after a devastating shootout that included three U.S. misses. The players, though, mostly found each other. Sophia Smith, one of those who missed...
Megan Rapinoe hasn't made it a habit to miss penalties throughout her illustrious career. So when she missed a crucial one during the United States' 0-0 (5-4)…
They lost on penalties against Sweden
They lost 5-4 on penalties against Sweden