USWNT Advances to Women's World Cup Round of 16 Despite Close Call

The US Women's National Team narrowly avoided elimination from the Women's World Cup at the group stage, securing a goalless draw against Portugal to advance to the round of 16. Substitute Ana Capeta came close to scoring a late winner for Portugal, but her shot hit the post. The USWNT finished second in Group E behind the Netherlands, marking the first time they have won just one group stage match in the history of the competition. The team's performance has raised questions about their cohesion and they will need to improve in the next round.