The journey towards recovery is progressing well for the United States Women’s National Team.
With their third consecutive win, the Americans topped Group B of the Olympics in Paris on Wednesday.
Trinity Rodman and Korbin Albert both found the net, leading the United States to a 2-1 victory over Australia, thus finishing the group stage undefeated.
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United States players celebrate a goal by Trinity Rodman (5) during the first half against Australia in the Women’s Group B match at the Olympic Games in Marseille, France, on July 31, 2024. (Brad Smith/ISI/Getty Images)
The attacking trio of Rodman, Sophia Smith, and Mallory Swanson have netted seven out of the team’s nine goals in France.
Rodman struck in the 43rd minute, followed by Albert’s goal in the 77th minute; Australia managed to score during stoppage time, but it was insufficient.
The United States has reached the knockout stage in all eight Olympic tournaments, with their lowest finish being a quarterfinal exit in 2016 against Sweden. They have medaled in every other instance, including securing four gold medals.
Trinity Rodman (5) of the United States celebrates with teammates during the first half against Australia in the Women’s Group B match at the Olympic Games in Marseille, France, on July 31, 2024. (John Todd/ISI/Getty Images)
However, the team’s last Olympic gold was in 2012 in London, followed by a disappointing finish in 2016 and a bronze medal in 2021.
The Americans, who have already secured a spot in the quarterfinals, will face Japan on Saturday at Parc des Princes in Paris.
However, they will play without midfielder Sam Coffey, who received a second yellow card in the fourth minute, making her ineligible for the match.
The U.S. advanced from the group stage with nine goals, marking the highest total in Olympic history for the program. The United States holds the record for the most victories in the Olympics, boasting four gold medals in women’s soccer—a streak they aim to extend under new coach Emma Hayes.
Sophia Smith (11) of the United States celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during the Women’s Group B match against Germany at the Olympic Games in Marseille, France, on July 28, 2024. (Daniela Porcelli/ISI Photos/Getty Images)
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The last time the United States women’s soccer team appeared on the global stage, they faced challenges, being eliminated in the Round of 16 during last year’s World Cup after having won the previous two tournaments.
Yet in Paris, it has been a promising start.
Fox News’ Paulina Dedaj and the Associated Press contributed to this report.
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