USWNT Faces Heat and Draws in Final Olympic Tune-Up

The U.S. women's national team's final friendly before the Olympics ended in a scoreless draw against Costa Rica, with field conditions at Audi Field in D.C. playing a significant role. Midfielder Rose Lavelle was sidelined due to muscle tightness, and the pitch, which had seen heavy use and was scheduled for replacement, was notably bumpy and uneven. Despite the challenging conditions, head coach Emma Hayes and players emphasized that the field was not an excuse for their performance.