USWNT Secures Spot in Women's World Cup Knockout Stage with Draw Against Portugal
The US women's national soccer team advanced to the knockout stage of the World Cup with an uninspired 0-0 draw against Portugal. Despite securing second place in Group E, the team's lackluster performance raises doubts about their chances of winning a third consecutive title. Coach Vlatko Andonovski admitted that the team did not play well, but they are moving on to the next round. The Americans will likely face nemesis Sweden in the round of 16.