United States vs. Sweden game is approaching and both teams have been trained for a matchup. At the 2016 Olympics, the U.S. claimed the silver gold 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
The United States have yet to defeat Sweden but it was interesting to see how they scored in the opening half. Each Carli Lloyd and ChristenPress scored a goal, while Anna Anvegard of Sweden scored two. Both have been selected for the Olympic squad. They have combined for eight goals in 19 matches.
Morgan Brian
The United States women’s soccer side has won the World Cup by a 2-1 victory over Sweden. The Americans played the match with a strong attacking strategy, centered in the Swedish half of the field. They put pressure in the middlefield and created several great chances, two of which were in the first period. But it's not over for the Americans. Morgan Brian suffered an injury during the first period. She took on a challenge from a Swedish defender, and was forced to leave. Anna-Marie Keighley (Sweden's goalkeeper) was unable to stop it.
Tierna Davidson
The USA vs. Sweden game will be aired live on USA Network and Telemundo at 4:30 a.m. ET, with a replay on NBCSN at 8:30 a.m. ET. The match can also be streamed on fuboTV.
Jonathan Lekkerimaki
Jonathan Lekkerimaki has the potential to become a top-six forward for the NHL. He is a strong skater and has excellent vision. Lekkerimaki was a top scorer for Sweden at the World Under-18 Championship last spring. 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. The young defender was an important part of the squad, as she is a member of the US Women's National Team.
Stina Blackstenius
Stina BLACKSTENIS scored twice for Sweden in the first match against the U.S. and put the US on their back foot. Although her first goal was luck, she was also an integral part of the dominating Swedish effort. Sweden are the world champions. They defeated the Americans at the 2016 Olympics. Sweden had a 2-2 draw with the Americans in Stockholm in April but was able to thrash the Americans in Tokyo with a score of 4-0. Blackstenius's goals against world champions proved that Sweden is not to underestimate, despite all odds.