The United States vs. Sweden matchup is imminent and both teams are ready for a fierce contest. At the 2016 Olympics, the U.S. won the silver medal. The two teams met in April to draw 1-1. This was the first time that the USWNT had trailed under Andonvoski. Sweden's lineup will feature a number of players who could pose problems for the U.S., including Kosovare Asllani, Lina Hurtig, and Fridolina Rolfo.
United States vs Sweden
Although the United States have not yet defeated Sweden, they made it interesting by scoring in the first half. Carli Lloyd, Christen Press and Anna Anvegard each scored a goal. Both have been selected for the Olympic squad. They have scored eight goals together in 19 matches.
Morgan Brian
The United States women's soccer team won 2-1 against Sweden to start the World Cup. The Americans played with an aggressive strategy that was centered in the Swedish end of the field. They worked hard in the middlefield and created many excellent chances, including two during the first half. But it's not over for the Americans. Morgan Brian was injured during the first half, when she took a challenge on a Swedish defender and went down. Sweden's goalkeeper, Anna-Marie Keighley, was unable to prevent it.
Tierna Davidson
The USA vs. Sweden game will be aired live on USA Network and Telemundo at 4:30 a.m. ET. Replays will be available on NBCSN starting at 8:30 a.m. ET. You can also stream it on fuboTV.
Jonathan Lekkerimaki
Jonathan Lekkerimaki has the potential to become a top-six forward for the NHL. He is a skilled skater who has a great wrist shot and good vision. Lekkerimaki scored the highest goal for Sweden at last spring's World Under-18 Championship. He recently scored a goal against Canada. His goal was replayed on a Jumbotron, but it was not broadcast.
Tierna Davidson's World Cup debut
Davidson, who plays professionally with the Chicago Red Stars made her World Cup debut 16 month after they were crowned World Cup champions. As a US Women's National Team member, the young defender was an integral part of the squad.
Stina Blackstenius
StinaBlackstenius scored twice in favor of Sweden in their first encounter against the U.S. While her first goal was an unfortunate accident, she was also a crucial part of the dominant Swedish effort. Sweden is the current world champions, and beat the Americans in the 2016 Olympics. Sweden was tied at 2-2 in Stockholm with the Americans, but managed to beat the Americans in Tokyo by a score of 4-0. Blackstenius's goals over the world champions demonstrated that Sweden can be underestimated, despite being against all odds.