Sports Brief: August 11

FIFA Women’s World Cup

The United States women’s national team lost to Sweden in the round of 16 at the 2023 World Cup. 

Despite the U.S. taking ten times as many shots on target compared to Sweden, the game was 0-0 after regulation and extra time, leading to a penalty shootout. It took 7 rounds before a winner was decided and made U.S.’ Alyssa Naeher the first goalkeeper in FIFA history to score a penalty kick in both the men’s and women’s divisions. Swedish striker Lina Hurtig scored the game winning kick.

Sweden would go on to defeat Japan 2-1 to enter the semifinal round. They will play Spain on Aug. 15 at 3 a.m. Central Time.

Swimming

The 2023 world aquatics championships in Fukuoka, Japan, ended on July 30. 

The United States finished third in overall medal tally. Despite winning 22 silver and 15 bronze medals, the team’s seven gold medals were surpassed by Australia’s 15 gold medals and The People’s Republic of China’s 20. 

MLS

Lionel Messi’s hot streak continues in Inter Miami as the Argentinian scores seven goals in his first four games for Major League Soccer. 

Inter Miami will play Charlotte in the Leagues Cup quarterfinals on Aug. 11 at 7:30 p.m. Central Time. 

Inter Miami will also play in the U.S. Open Cup semifinals against Cincinnati on Aug. 23 at 6 p.m. Central Time.