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USWNT coach Vlatko Andonovski: 'We deserved to win this game'

Vlatko Andonovski was emotional after the shootout loss to Sweden, saying he was “devastated” for his team, which deserved a better fate.

2023 Women's World Cup odds: England favorite to win it all

As the USWNT fell short in its bid to make history in the Women’s World Cup, Group D winner England’s odds to win it all have shortened.

Alyssa Naeher on Sweden's game-winner: 'I thought I had it'

On the final, dramatic penalty kick, USWNT goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher celebrated as if she had come up with a monumental save. That was, until she realized she hadn’t.

Vlatko Andonovski's postgame news conference after USWNT's elimination vs. Sweden

Check out Vlatko Andonovski’s postgame presser after the USWNT’s elimination vs. Sweden in the round of 16 in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

World Cup NOW: No three-peat for USA, but this team left an unforgettable mark on sport

The World Cup NOW crew reacts to the USWNT’s loss to Sweden and reflects on how this team helped grow the sport.

Every Save from Sweden's Zećira Mušović against the USWNT | 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup

Check out all of Zećira Mušović’s saves against USWNT that lead to Sweden advancing onto the quarterfinals round in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Inside the nail-biting drama of the US-Sweden penalty shootout

The United States had three match points in its World Cup round of 16 clash with Sweden on Sunday. It couldn’t capitalize on any of them.

USWNT run of dominance over after painfully early World Cup exit

The USWNT played arguably its best match of the World Cup against Sweden, but the four-time champs were still doomed by the problems that plagued them all tournament.

Women's World Cup Daily: Sweden ends U.S. dream in dramatic fashion

The United States will not advance to the quarterfinals for the first time ever. Here’s everything that happened Sunday at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Postgame Interviews: The USWNT reflects on being ELIMINATED by Sweden in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup

Julie Ertz, Alex Morgan, Megan Rapinoe, Lindsey Horan, Alyssa Naeher and Vlatko Andonovski spoke on the USWNT’s performance against Sweden and being eliminated in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

United States vs. Sweden live updates: USA keeping the pressure on

The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup continues Sunday with the USWNT facing Sweden in the round of 16. Here are the top moments!

Inside the historic rivalry between USWNT-Sweden in the FIFA Women's World Cup

Tom Rinaldi gives you an inside view of the historic rivalry between Sweden and USWNT in the FIFA Women’s World Cup and the Olympics.

Sweden vs. United States live updates: Women's World Cup 2023 top plays

The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup continues Sunday with the USWNT facing Sweden in the round of 16. Here are the top moments!

United States' Sophia Smith on overcoming adversity to make it to the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup

United States’ Sophia Smith reflected on overcoming injuries, meeting Abby Wambach en route to achieving her Women’s World Cup dreams.

'It's nothing new to us' – USWNT head coach Vlatko Andonovski on dealing with Sweden's physicality

USWNT head coach Vlatko Andonovski stopped by to talk with reporters about how the United States will deal with Sweden’s physicality.

Sweden vs. United States Preview: What does the USWNT need to do to secure victory? | World Cup Tonight

Alexi Lalas and the “World Cup Tonight” crew discuss what the USWNT needs to do to defeat Sweden in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

World Cup NOW: How does the Netherlands match up against Spain in quarters?

The “Women’s World Cup NOW” crew breaks down what should be a great quarterfinal matchup between Spain and the Netherlands.

'If the US can bring the joy… they've got a chance' – 'World Cup NOW' crew on how the USWNT can defeat Sweden

“If the US can bring the joy… they’ve got a chance” – Ari Hingst, Rob Stone, Carli Lloyd and Alexi Lalas on how the USWNT can defeat Sweden in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup Round of 16 match.

Sweden vs. United States preview: Rebirth of a champion or end of an era? | World Cup Tonight

The “World Cup Tonight” crew previewed the Sweden vs. United States matchup and discussed whether the the USA can finally gel as a team.

2023 Women's World Cup live updates: Netherlands takes 1-0 first-half lead over South Africa

The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup continues Saturday with the Netherlands taking on South Africa. Here are the top moments!

Chris 'The Bear' Fallica gives his best bets for Sweden vs. United States in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup

Chris ‘The Bear’ Fallica gave his best bets for Sweden vs. United States in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

Alexi Lalas' power rankings ft. Japan, England and Spain | 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup

Alexi Lalas reveals his power rankings right before the second day of the knockout stage in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup which features teams such as Japan, England, Spain and the United States.

Alex Morgan optimistic vs. Sweden: 'We are highly motivated'

USWNT star Alex Morgan admits this World Cup hasn’t gone as planned, but she’s pleased with her team’s mindset entering Sunday’s match against Sweden.

The mystery of Sam Kerr: Just how healthy is Australia's star striker?

Australia’s subterfuge around star striker Sam Kerr’s availability is puzzling, but could it be part of the game plan going into the knockout stage?

LeBron James spotted wearing USWNT shirt ahead of pivotal World Cup match

LeBron James showed his support for the USWNT ahead of its World Cup knockout-stage match against Sweden on Sunday.

Wrexham loses league opener in front of actors Reynolds, McElhenney, Jackman

An eight-goal thriller ended on a sour note for Wrexham, which lost its first match back in England’s Football League.

2023 Women's World Cup Golden Boot odds, Kadidiatou Diani new favorite

Here’s a look at the updated Golden Boot odds for the top goalscorer at the 2023 Women’s World Cup.

Women's World Cup power rankings: Morocco continues climb; Japan remains on top

Who are the best teams in this year’s Women’s World Cup? We rank all 32, with Japan currently holding on to the top spot.

USA vs. Sweden odds, betting preview: Sportsbook needs USWNT to win

Insider Patrick Everson spoke with a bookmaker to preview the betting action on the big upcoming USWNT-Sweden match. Who the sportsbook will be rooting for might surprise you.

World Cup NOW: Japan makes case as tourney's best team

Japan is 4-0 as it marches on to the quarterfinals. The World Cup NOW team discusses whether it’s the premier team in the tournament.