Olympic Women’s Soccer at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics
The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics will feature a highly anticipated women’s soccer tournament, running from July 25 to August 10. This event will see twelve teams from six confederations compete for the gold medal across seven venues in France.
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Qualified Teams
The twelve teams that have qualified for the tournament are:
- United States
- France (host nation)
- Canada
- Brazil
- Colombia
- Germany
- Australia
- Japan
- New Zealand
- Nigeria
- Spain
- Zambia
Tournament Format
The tournament is structured into three groups of four teams each. The group stage will determine which teams advance to the knockout rounds, with the top two teams from each group and the two best third-placed teams moving on to the quarterfinals. The knockout rounds will then proceed through to the semifinals, culminating in the bronze and gold medal matches.
Group Stage Draw
- Group A: France, Colombia, Canada, New Zealand
- Group B: United States, Zambia, Germany, Australia
- Group C: Spain, Japan, Nigeria, Brazil
TV Schedule and Viewing Options
NBC holds the broadcasting rights for the Olympics in the United States. Matches will be aired on various NBC platforms, including USA Network and Peacock. Key matches for the USWNT include:
- July 25: United States vs. Zambia at 3:00 PM ET on USA Network and Peacock
- July 28: United States vs. Germany at 3:00 PM ET on USA Network and Peacock
- July 31: United States vs. Australia at 1:00 PM ET on USA Network and Peacock.
Notable Athletes
The USWNT, under new head coach Emma Hayes, features a mix of seasoned veterans and emerging stars. Key players include:
- Alyssa Naeher (Goalkeeper)
- Tierna Davidson (Defender)
- Lindsey Horan (Midfielder)
- Rose Lavelle (Midfielder)
- Sophia Smith (Forward)
- Mallory Swanson (Forward).
Previous Medalists
The United States women’s soccer team has a storied history in the Olympics, having won four gold medals (1996, 2004, 2008, 2012), one silver (2000), and one bronze (2020). Key moments include:
- 1996 Atlanta: Gold medal in the inaugural women’s soccer tournament.
- 2004 Athens: Gold medal with standout performances from players like Mia Hamm and Abby Wambach.
- 2012 London: Gold medal with Carli Lloyd scoring twice in the final against Japan.
- 2020 Tokyo: Bronze medal after defeating Australia in the third-place match.
Outlook for 2024
The USWNT aims to reclaim the gold medal after a series of disappointing finishes in recent tournaments. With a blend of experienced players and new talent, they are poised to make a strong showing in Paris. However, they will face stiff competition from reigning World Cup champions Spain, defending Olympic champions Canada, and host nation France.The 2024 Paris Olympics women’s soccer tournament promises to be a thrilling competition, showcasing the best in women’s soccer and offering fans around the world exciting matches and unforgettable moments.
What Other Events Will Be Played in the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics?
There are 329 events across 32 sports, including new sports and changes to existing ones. Read more about it here.
When Is The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony?
The opening ceremony is scheduled for Friday, July 26, 2024 at 1:30pm EST. You can learn more about the ceremony here.
