Megan Rapinoe reflected on the swings of fortune that often make football so cruel as she bowed out her final World Cup after the United States lost to Sweden on penalties on Sunday night. But she was one of three USA players to miss a penalty in Sunday’s shootout, which Sweden won 5-4. USA captain Lindsey Horan said she has faith the team will come back stronger at the next World Cup. Key Take Away:– Megan Rapinoe reflects on the cruel nature of football after USA’s loss to Sweden in penalties at the World Cup. – The defeat marks the first time the US has failed to reach the semi-finals in World Cup history.

Source: The Guardian August 06, 2023 22:28 UTC