With the elimination of the United States this Sunday in the round of 16, Megan Rapinoe puts an end to her immense career in the World Cup.
She hoped for an end in the form of apotheosis, a third consecutive title of world champion. Megan Rapinoe, 38, will not experience this rare happiness. The United States fell Sunday against Sweden, eliminated in Melbourne (Australia) in the round of 16 of the World Cup.
A big personality in world women’s football, the midfielder missed her attempt during the decisive penalty shootout but the match was not decided on that. Her teammate Sophia Smith had the match point before also missing her try (0-0, 3 pens to 2).
#FIFAWWC | 🔥🇸🇪 It’s the sensation of the day: Sweden eliminates the United States on penalties after a totally improbable session!
📼 Lina Hurtig’s last shot has been validated by video support.
❌ The double title holders come out from the 8th finals! pic.twitter.com/BGKDC5mis9
— francetvsport (@francetvsport) August 6, 2023
The scenario rose a little more in tension when Stéphanie Frappart put her index finger on her headset. Sweden in turn had the winning shot on goal and Lina Hurtig’s ball was diverted by Alyssa Naeher in two stages. Behind the line or not?
Cruel storyline
A short reprieve for the United States. The French referee, after the information received from the VAR, quickly validated the shot on goal. Sweden eliminates the United States (0-0, 5 tab to 4) and puts an end to Mega Rapinoe’s dream.
The OL player Reign (Seattle) announced last month that she would retire at the end of 2023.
