After winning the SheBelieves 2024 Cup final, do you think the USWNT is ready for the Olympics?
The US Women National Team won over Canada in a close match. Adriana Leon scored a goal in the last minutes of the game, and Alyssa Naeher saved the day during the penalty kicks, just like last month's W Gold Cup Semifinal. #uswnt #SheBelievesCup #Soccer #WomensSoccer #SheBelievesCup2024 #USWins
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Chapters
00:00 - Intro
00:22 - First Half
03:48 - Second Half
08:07 - Conclusion
Trying to defend Mal, Soph, Trin, and Shaw all at the same time is hell on any defense. I would start those 4 upfront every game and let them build that chemistry. They looked amazing for the limited time we did see them together. Alex gotta come off the bench imo.
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Thanks so much for your game analysis. I had read many reviews before yours. To your credit, yours is above and beyond any other that I had read. An incredible insight indeed. Beginning from the start of the game till the end is very spot on. I was an international soccer goalkeeper, and later on the college level, so i am able to match your views with appreciation. The only suggestion that I do have is that as you stated, there were issues in the first half. My observation was that they appeared over coached before the match started, which created a slight appearance of wanting to be perfect, indecisive, and nervous from the front line all the way to the defense. Cohesion requires some time for proper adaptation. Not to change the player positions and tactics weekly. Most of the front line, are mostly played out of positions from their different club assignments. That can be daunting sometimes with such wholesale changes every week. So, they do have to be thinking too much before they react, instead of simply reacting to what they are already accustomed to. A greater team would probably have scored two goals in that first half, which would have been difficult to recover from by the USWNT. Alyssa Naeher has been great indeed, going back to her World Cup appearance, of which she caught a penalty also in that series. In soccer goalkeeping, more so than other positions, longevity and experience counts a lot for decision making and confidence. She is reaping the rewards of both, and I can attest to that. She does however need to practice coming out of the goal a little better after the last 2 games. At this moment in time for the Olympics, a steady team combination should already be in place, barring injuries. The opportunity for that might still be lagging, which the She Believes Cup, Gold Cup should have resolved before that last game. Once again thanks so much for your analysis.
Thanks a lot for your comment! Your perspective is truly valuable and adds a lot to the conversation. We truly appreciate your suggestion and the thoroughness of your analysis. Thanks again for taking the time to share your expertise and for your kind words regarding our analysis. Your point about the team looking over-coached and indecisive at the beginning of the match is particularly interesting. Over-preparation can hinder natural play on the field, and shifting players out of their club positions can add complexity and hesitation. As you mentioned, Alyssa Naeher experience as a goalkeeper is valuable, but she needs to improve in coming out for crosses and cutting downs. It's super important to have a steady team before the Olympics. The SheBelieves Cup and Gold Cup were great opportunities to adjust the strategy and improve understanding among the players, but there's still room for improvement.
With the 4-3-3 arrange with good passes to fast running Smith would be worked for the U.S Women's Team
Totally agree with you! A 4-3-3 formation would be awesome as they have some great passers, and with Smith's speed up front, it'd be a winning strategy. It's gonna be exciting to see how they face the Olympic challenge.
Honestly US team is in the good shape now but still not enough if we face with Europe teams like Germany, Spain…. And just my opinion keep Lavelle as attacking midfielder
Facing strong European teams like Germany and Spain is quite a challenge. They're tough opponents, and the competition is fierce. Rose Lavelle is a really good attacking midfielder, and keeping her in that position would be great for the team's performance. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
Emma Hayes is an amazing women’s coach! Hopefully, she can get enough time to get this team ready!
Absolutely! Emma Hayes is an amazing coach with a track record that proves it. We share your optimism and also hope she gets enough time to prepare the team for the Olympics. We're excited to see how the team will perform with Hayes as their guide. Thanks for your comment!
If Rose Lavelle is healthy, we need her on the Olympic team. She is one of the most creative women playing today.
Absolutely! Her creativity adds a lot of energy to the team and makes them perform better. If she's in top shape, they'll have a stronger midfield and better chances of crushing it in the Olympics. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
It will need a miracle to beat Spain. I will be very happy if US makes into the semi-final 👌👌
Hey there! Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts. It's definitely going to be a challenging tournament, and Spain's team is pretty solid. Making it to the semi-finals would be absolutely incredible. In Soccer, anything's possible! 🇺🇸⚽👊
We need to have healthy players and chemistry to be ready!
Definitely! Health and chemistry are super important for any team that wants to win big, especially in the Olympics. With the players getting better and the team bonding during practice and friendly games, they're getting ready to crush it.
Of course that was Canada’s plan about Smith. They saw her starting and neutralized her. Putting her on the wing with not a lot of speed next to her only made that easier. Both Rodman and Swanson are faster than Morgan and Shaw. Happy Twila got it right in the 2nd half for both Smith and Shaw.
Thanks for your insights on the game! The changes made by Twila in the second half really turned things around for both Smith and Shaw, proving that adaptability and strategy are key. Having this kind of tactical flexibility could make a huge difference in the USWNT's performance at the Olympics.
Man soolte es nicht drauf ankommen lassen elf Meter zu schießen um weiter zu kommen, lieber von Anfang an schöne Tore zu schießen, das andere ist immer ein Risiko 😂
Yeah, you're right! Sometimes, relying on penalty kicks can feel like rolling the dice.
They wasted the past year trying to force has-been and never-was instead of giving better players the opportunity to build cohesion. It’s too late now. I will not be surprised if the U.S. doesn’t make it out of the group stage. Maybe then they’ll realize it’s time to reform the front line so they can score goals. They will never get back on top until they take off the blinders and see what’s actually happening on the pitch instead of pretending.
We totally get where you're coming from. You seem really passionate about the team and make a really good point about the front line needing some serious changes. They gotta address that ASAP to get better.
I dont see this team winning the Gold medal because the team just got a new coach and are still trying to find the right combo up front. They still dont have a dominant 6 player either. I do hope they can medal tho.
You have a valid point about the coaching change and the unresolved front-line puzzle. But hey, hope is the last thing to die. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
The US goalkeeper should have been red carded for taking out the Canadian player.
That incident has caused a lot of discussion. But honestly, moments like these just make the sport even more exciting, don't they?
@@Womenssoccerhub Have a look at Schumacher's foul on Battiston in Spain 1982. Schumacher should have been red carded and charged with attempted murder. And banned for life.
Spain wasn’t in that tournament. They would have proceeded the US in my opinion. It’s their gold medal to lose!
US should be smoking Canada, this penalty tie is not good.
The match against Canada was a bit of an eye-opener for the USWNT. The penalty tie was not what they expected, but it was still a valuable learning experience. 🇺🇸⚽🔥
False sense of success only playing non-Euro teams the last year. They are not ready against the top teams in Europe. And injuries are not helping 😢
Thanks for your input! It's super important to play against top teams if you want to get the experience and toughness required to succeed in the Olympics. Injuries definitely add another layer of complexity to their preparation. But they have a knack for stepping up when it counts.
No. They aren't ready, Spain is on point and a strong contender for a repeat!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! It's true that Spain has shown remarkable skills and clockwork performance, but let's not forget that the US Women's Soccer National Team has a history of bouncing back and showing up strong when it really matters. It'll be an exciting and competitive Olympic tournament.
I watch FAWNL but I sadly couldn't bear to watch US team. Not after the drama they did with that Rapinoe bullshit. need more time before i could watch this team without being reminded of that.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us. Discussions about the US Women's National Team can get pretty intense. It's normal to feel conflicted about watching them after all that happened. But we hope that with time, you fully enjoy watching them again. We're happy to have you in our community and appreciate your input.
Thanks for your comment. We really appreciate it! Supporting a team is all about finding common ground. Sports bring us together no matter our beliefs or backgrounds. Your support is a personal choice, and it's okay to seek alignment with your values.
@user-js5oo6nq2qbut you are not a football fan. So why don’t you go away and never come back.
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Hey there! Thanks for your comment. Any thoughts on how to get the team ready?
In the last Olympic U.S. lost, and World Cup lost too. In order to always win, most of the players need to change their diets. They are eating very wrong some of them. Lindsey Horan answered me my suggestion and you can see now how much weight she lost and how fast is she now. Specially changing her breakfast.
Can you feed the Men team correctly so they can get out of being a door mat.
Eating well is as important for athletes as scoring goals, and it's cool to see players willing to make changes to improve their performance. But it's not just about that - a team's success is also about having a solid game plan, working well together, and being able to handle whatever comes their way. Thanks for being part of the discussion!
Making sure that all team players have access to proper nutrition is super important for their performance, recovery, and overall health. Each player's needs are different, so finding the right balance is key to enhancing their performance on the field.
Sure the US team could take it all. BUY they won’t be the favorites this time. I do believe that at this time they indeed are the number 4 or 5 team in the world The major problem I see is this team in the last 3 years or so just doesn’t seem United. The team used to be a United sisterhood. From my observations there is much more dissension on this team then any time in the past. I would venture to say it’s political in nature, everyone seems to have a agenda to push that they put over team play. When you get a group of people together from all walks of life you just can’t agree on everything. Opinions cause judgment and arguing ! My solution is ladies have your agendas but keep out of team time. There should be no deep Discussions about political and moral points of view. Your business. Is to win games and only games. two cents from a fan !!
Thank you for your comment! You're right about how important and challenging it is to keep everyone on the same page in a diverse team. When we're all working towards the same goal, we must put our personal stuff aside and focus on winning.
Europeans are better now, Simple as that.
Well, you never know what's going to happen in soccer games. The players always give it their all, and the Olympics are full of surprises. Everything remains to be seen!
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Thanks for dropping a comment! I get your skepticism about the USWNT at the Olympics. But with a mix of seasoned veterans and up-and-coming stars, they should be ready for the games.
US is falling behind. We still play morgan, sonnet, and dahlkemper and dunn, and naeher, when they should just retire from national team. Keep playing thr old gaurd, and we will keep falling behind. Not ready, we are ranked 4-5 in the world.
Definitely! The rankings show that international women's soccer has become highly competitive. Players like Morgan, Sonnet, Dahlkemper, Dunn, and Naeher bring a ton of experience, but it's also important to add new talent and mix things up, which will be crucial at the Olympics. Thanks for sharing your thoughts about the USWNT.
They don't win no medal
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! The USWNT is awesome. They always step up their game and give their best no matter what. The Olympics are always full of surprises. Can't wait for the games to start!