The USA and World Cup holders Spain both won their opening matches in women’s Olympic football. Spain defeated Japan 1-0, while the USA beat New Zealand 6-1. The USA’s Megan Rapinoe scored two goals in the match, helping lead her team to victory. Spain’s Jennifer Hermoso scored the only goal of the game in the 72nd minute. Both teams are considered strong contenders for the gold medal in the tournament. The USA has a history of success in women’s soccer, having won four Olympic gold medals and four World Cup titles. Spain is also a formidable team, having won the World Cup in 2019. The next matches for both teams will be crucial as they aim to advance to the knockout stages of the tournament. Overall, the USA and Spain got off to a strong start in the women’s Olympic football competition, showing their skill and determination on the field. Fans can expect to see more exciting matches as the tournament progresses and the teams compete for the coveted gold medal.
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