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Golden Girls: USWNT defeats Brazil to win fifth Olympic Gold Medal

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The United States Women’s National Soccer team return to the top of the World Stage, defeating Brazil, 1-0, in the Gold Medal Match in Paris, France on Saturday afternoon.

In the 57th minute, it was Mallory Swanson who scored the game winner, breaking behind Brazil’s last line on the left side,

In a back-and-forth affair, with Brazil on the front foot for most of the first half, and in the late stages of the match, USWNT goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher came up big with numerous saves to keep the clean sheet.

 

The USA and Brazil have both previously reached the podium at the Olympic Games.

The U.S. has the most Olympic gold and most total medals in the history of the competition, now winning five golds, one silver and one bronze. Brazil now has three silver medals, both coming from Gold Medal match losses to the United States.

Look for a more detailed recap to follow. 

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John Krysinsky has covered soccer and other sports for many years for various publications and media outlets. He is also author of 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a book about the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, which chronicles the club, particularly the early years of Highmark Stadium with the narrative leading up to and centered around a remarkable match that helped provide a spark for the franchise. John has covered sports for Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, DK Pittsburgh Sports, Pittsburgh Sports Report, has served as color commentator on Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC broadcasts, and worked with OPTA Stats and broadcast teams for US Open Cup and International Champions Cup matches held in the US. Krysinsky also served as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at his alma mater, Point Park University, where he led the Pioneers to the first-ever winning seasons and playoff berths (1996-98); head coach of North Catholic boys (2007-08), associate head coach of Shady Side Academy boys (2009-2014).

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