The Paris 2024 Olympics are in full swing, and the women's football tournament is heating up as we head into the semi-finals. From an initial lineup of 12 teams, only four remain, all with their sights set on the gold medal.
Women's Olympic Football Semi-Final Preview
USWNT vs Germany
The United States Women's National Team (USWNT) is no stranger to the semi-finals, having secured their spot with a gritty 1-0 win over Japan. It was a nail-biter that went into extra time, where Crystal Dunn and Trinity Rodman worked their magic to score the decisive goal. The USWNT, with their four Olympic gold medals, now face Germany in what promises to be a thrilling rematch.
Germany's path to the semi-finals was nothing short of dramatic. After a gruelling match against Canada, they clinched victory through a penalty shootout, thanks to the heroic efforts of goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger, who saved two penalties and scored one herself. The Germans will be eager to avenge their earlier group-stage loss to the USWNT, where they were defeated 4-1. Historically, the US has dominated this fixture, but anything can happen in the knockouts.
Brazil vs Spain
In the other semi-final, Brazil takes on Spain. Brazil's journey has been equally exciting, as they edged out host nation France with a last-minute goal from Gabi Portilho, keeping Marta's farewell tour alive. Spain, on the other hand, had to dig deep against Colombia. After falling behind 2-0, they managed to draw level and eventually won 4-2 in the penalty shootout, marking their first-ever Olympic semi-final appearance.
This matchup is particularly intriguing as it's a repeat of their group-stage clash. Both teams have shown incredible resilience and skill, and fans can expect a high-octane battle as they fight for a place in the final.
Women's Olympic Football Semi-Final Schedule
Tuesday, 6 August
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USWNT vs Germany
- Time: 4:00 PM BST
- Venue: Parc des Princes, Paris
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Brazil vs Spain
- Time: 8:00 PM BST
- Venue: Stade de Lyon, Lyon
How to Watch
You won’t want to miss any of the action from these exciting semi-final matches. Here’s where you can watch:
- Europe: Discovery Eurosport
- Australia: Nine
- France: France Télévisions
- Germany: ARD/ZDF
- Japan: Fuji TV/NHK/Nippon TV/TBS/TV Asahi/TV Tokyo
- MENA Region: beIN Sports
- New Zealand: SKY NZ
- South Africa: SuperSport
- United Kingdom: BBC
- United States: NBC
Additionally, select matches will be available for DAZN users in Germany, Italy, and Spain.
The semi-finals of the women's football tournament at Paris 2024 are set to deliver unforgettable moments and high-stakes drama. With powerhouse teams like the USWNT, Germany, Brazil, and Spain all competing for a spot in the final, the excitement is palpable. Make sure to tune in via your local broadcaster or DAZN to catch all the live action and cheer on your favourite teams.
Get ready for a thrilling ride as these elite teams battle it out for a chance to play for Olympic gold!