The GIST: Following an exciting weekend of international football, the first-ever Concacaf W Gold Cup semifinals have been determined, with four influential teams still vying for the inaugural trophy as the 2024 Paris Olympics approach. It’s time to step up and showcase their skills.
No. 2 USWNT vs. No. 23 Colombia: The US team delivered a strong performance last night, defeating Colombia 3-0 in a hard-fought match led by standout performances from emerging star forward Jaedyn Shaw and goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher. This victory was crucial after a lackluster showing in the group stage finale.
What’s next: The USWNT will face their northern rivals, No. 10 CanWNT, the reigning Olympic champions, in the semifinals on Wednesday at 10:15 p.m. ET. Despite their undefeated record in the tournament, Canada struggled to score in their quarterfinal match and may face challenges against the formidable American defense. Stay tuned for more updates on matchday – let the games begin.
