Women’s Olympic Soccer 2024: Group Previews and Predictions
The 2024 Olympics are almost upon us and there are some big games for the women’s soccer event. Let’s break down what to expect. The United States women’s national soccer team is in action at the 2024 Olympic soccer tournament in Paris, the team’s first competitive games with Emma Hayes at the helm as head coach. She takes over following USWNT’s worst finish in World Cup history last year, when it was eliminated by Sweden in the round of 16. The USWNT won four of the first five Olympics to feature women’s soccer, but it is in search of a first gold medal since the 2012 London Games, having earned a bronze medal at the Tokyo Games in 2021.
World champions Spain are one of the favorites, while defending gold medalists Canada could also be in the mix. Unlike the men’s Olympic soccer tournament, there are no U23 age restrictions, so a host of top talent will be on show. The 2024 Olympic soccer tournaments are going to be a lot of fun this summer and there is plenty to keep a close eye on. With both the U.S. men’s and women’s teams in the Olympics for the first time since 2008, there is also plenty of American intrigue across the two tournaments. There are also legit superstars ready to go for gold as games will take place across France before the finals take center stage at the Parc des Princes in Paris on August 9 and 10. Here are a few predictions about what we’re going to see.
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Group C: Spain, Japan, Nigeria, Brazil
There is nowhere for teams to hide when it comes to women’s Olympic soccer, but Group C is incredibly tough for the talent and experience it packs even by the tournament’s standards. World champions Spain are the headliners, having picked up their first piece of silverware at the 2023 World Cup, and have continued to flex their muscles in recent months despite upheaval off the pitch. La Roja will be favourites to go all the way in France, but history is not on their side, as no team has ever won the World Cup and Olympic gold in successive years.
Japan are no slouches either, with a history of success in the Olympics, having won the silver medal in 2012 and 2020 and the bronze medal in 2016. They’ll be looking to go one better in 2024 and will be a threat to anyone in the group. Nigeria is often an unpredictable force at the Olympics and could spring a surprise or two, while Brazil will be hoping to reclaim some of their former glory, though they haven’t quite reached the same heights in recent years. Expect a closely contested group with plenty of drama.
This group is the most intriguing on paper given the pedigree of the four teams from different continents, but Spain stands out as the clear favorite to emerge as the group winner. Brazil will be hoping to get a result against Spain and Japan as it looks to qualify for the knockout stage. Nigeria is an unknown quantity but will be looking to upset the apple cart and cause some chaos in the group, and could present some tough challenges for the top two teams given their past success in the tournament.
Brazil has the history but has slipped in recent times. They are a team that is capable of putting together a strong run, as they did in the 2016 Rio Olympics, when they won the gold medal. Japan is a solid team with a history of success at the Olympics, having won the silver medal in 2012 and 2020 and the bronze medal in 2016. They have a lot of experience and will be a tough team to beat. The USWNT has been drawn into a comparatively weaker group and will be hoping to avoid any slip-ups as it looks to book its spot in the knockout stage.
Spain has a strong squad featuring plenty of players who have been involved in their World Cup success. They have a strong defense, a creative midfield, and a clinical attack. The team will be looking to continue their winning ways and reach the knockout stage. Japan is a solid team that has consistently performed well at the Olympics. They have a strong defense and a creative midfield. If they are able to score goals, they will be a threat to any team in the tournament.
Group A: France, China, Zambia, Haiti
Group A is a fascinating mix of established powers and emerging forces. The hosts, France, will be looking to make the most of home advantage and will be eager to impress their fans. They have a strong squad with plenty of experience and will be looking to reach the knockout stage. China, a perennial contender, will be looking to return to the podium, while Zambia and Haiti represent the rising stars of African and Caribbean football. Haiti’s presence will be a historic one, as it will be their first ever appearance in the women’s Olympic soccer tournament. Zambia has also made significant strides in recent years and will be looking to make a statement on the world stage. With a balanced group, it will be interesting to see how the group stage plays out.
The hosts, France, will be looking to make the most of home advantage and will be eager to impress their fans. They have a strong squad with plenty of experience and will be looking to reach the knockout stage. China, a perennial contender, will be looking to return to the podium, while Zambia and Haiti represent the rising stars of African and Caribbean football.
Haiti’s presence will be a historic one, as it will be their first ever appearance in the women’s Olympic soccer tournament. Zambia has also made significant strides in recent years and will be looking to make a statement on the world stage. With a balanced group, it will be interesting to see how the group stage plays out. France is the clear favorite to win the group, but China’s experience and Zambia’s recent success make them dangerous opponents. Haiti’s participation will be a welcome addition to the tournament.
The USWNT will be hoping to avoid any slip-ups as it looks to book its spot in the knockout stage. Spain has a strong squad featuring plenty of players who have been involved in their World Cup success. They have a strong defense, a creative midfield, and a clinical attack. The team will be looking to continue their winning ways and reach the knockout stage. Japan is a solid team that has consistently performed well at the Olympics. They have a strong defense and a creative midfield. If they are able to score goals, they will be a threat to any team in the tournament.
The USWNT will be hoping to avoid any slip-ups as it looks to book its spot in the knockout stage. Spain has a strong squad featuring plenty of players who have been involved in their World Cup success. They have a strong defense, a creative midfield, and a clinical attack. The team will be looking to continue their winning ways and reach the knockout stage. Japan is a solid team that has consistently performed well at the Olympics. They have a strong defense and a creative midfield. If they are able to score goals, they will be a threat to any team in the tournament.
Group B: Sweden, Canada, Netherlands, South Africa
Group B is a battleground for some of women’s soccer’s hottest teams. Sweden, the reigning Olympic bronze medalists, will be looking to build on their success in Tokyo and make a push for the gold. Canada, the defending Olympic champions, will be hoping to make history by successfully defending their title, but they might be feeling the pressure of expectations. The Netherlands, the 2019 World Cup runners-up, will be looking to make a statement on the world stage and will be a threat to anyone in the group. South Africa, making their second Olympic appearance, will be looking to make the most of their opportunity and give the favorites a run for their money. It’s a group that should produce plenty of excitement, with all four teams capable of upsetting each other.
The Netherlands are a team that has been on the rise in recent years, and they will be looking to carry that momentum into the Olympic Games. South Africa is a team that has been making strides in recent years, and they will be looking to make a statement on the world stage. The group should produce plenty of excitement, with all four teams capable of upsetting each other. Sweden will be looking to build on their success in Tokyo and make a push for the gold. Canada, the defending Olympic champions, will be hoping to make history by successfully defending their title, but they might be feeling the pressure of expectations.
The Netherlands is a team that has been on the rise in recent years, and they will be looking to carry that momentum into the Olympic Games. South Africa is a team that has been making strides in recent years, and they will be looking to make a statement on the world stage. The group should produce plenty of excitement, with all four teams capable of upsetting each other. Sweden will be looking to build on their success in Tokyo and make a push for the gold. Canada, the defending Olympic champions, will be hoping to make history by successfully defending their title, but they might be feeling the pressure of expectations, and will be looking to make a statement on the world stage.
The USWNT will be hoping to avoid any slip-ups as it looks to book its spot in the knockout stage. Spain has a strong squad featuring plenty of players who have been involved in their World Cup success. They have a strong defense, a creative midfield, and a clinical attack. The team will be looking to continue their winning ways and reach the knockout stage. Japan is a solid team that has consistently performed well at the Olympics. They have a strong defense and a creative midfield. If they are able to score goals, they will be a threat to any team in the tournament.
The USWNT will be hoping to avoid any slip-ups as it looks to book its spot in the knockout stage. Spain has a strong squad featuring plenty of players who have been involved in their World Cup success. They have a strong defense, a creative midfield, and a clinical attack. The team will be looking to continue their winning ways and reach the knockout stage. Japan is a solid team that has consistently performed well at the Olympics. They have a strong defense and a creative midfield. If they are able to score goals, they will be a threat to any team in the tournament.
Group D: United States, Netherlands, Vietnam, Portugal
The USWNT could face a difficult test in the group stage, but the group is a relatively easy one compared to the rest. The USWNT will be looking to avoid any slip-ups as it looks to book its spot in the knockout stage. Spain has a strong squad featuring plenty of players who have been involved in their World Cup success. They have a strong defense, a creative midfield, and a clinical attack. The team will be looking to continue their winning ways and reach the knockout stage. Japan is a solid team that has consistently performed well at the Olympics. They have a strong defense and a creative midfield. If they are able to score goals, they will be a threat to any team in the tournament.
The USWNT will be hoping to avoid any slip-ups as it looks to book its spot in the knockout stage. Spain has a strong squad featuring plenty of players who have been involved in their World Cup success. They have a strong defense, a creative midfield, and a clinical attack. The team will be looking to continue their winning ways and reach the knockout stage. Japan is a solid team that has consistently performed well at the Olympics. They have a strong defense and a creative midfield. If they are able to score goals, they will be a threat to any team in the tournament.
The USWNT will be hoping to avoid any slip-ups as it looks to book its spot in the knockout stage. Spain has a strong squad featuring plenty of players who have been involved in their World Cup success. They have a strong defense, a creative midfield, and a clinical attack. The team will be looking to continue their winning ways and reach the knockout stage. Japan is a solid team that has consistently performed well at the Olympics. They have a strong defense and a creative midfield. If they are able to score goals, they will be a threat to any team in the tournament.
The USWNT will be hoping to avoid any slip-ups as it looks to book its spot in the knockout stage. Spain has a strong squad featuring plenty of players who have been involved in their World Cup success. They have a strong defense, a creative midfield, and a clinical attack. The team will be looking to continue their winning ways and reach the knockout stage. Japan is a solid team that has consistently performed well at the Olympics. They have a strong defense and a creative midfield. If they are able to score goals, they will be a threat to any team in the tournament.
The USWNT will be hoping to avoid any slip-ups as it looks to book its spot in the knockout stage. Spain has a strong squad featuring plenty of players who have been involved in their World Cup success. They have a strong defense, a creative midfield, and a clinical attack. The team will be looking to continue their winning ways and reach the knockout stage. Japan is a solid team that has consistently performed well at the Olympics. They have a strong defense and a creative midfield. If they are able to score goals, they will be a threat to any team in the tournament.
- The 2024 Olympics will feature the Women’s Olympic Soccer tournament with the USWNT aiming for their first gold medal since 2012.
- Spain, as world champions, and Canada, as defending gold medalists, are among the favorites in the tournament.
- Group C in the Women’s Olympic Soccer tournament is particularly tough, featuring powerhouse teams like Spain, Japan, Nigeria, and Brazil.
- No U23 age restrictions in the women’s tournament mean top talent from around the world will be on display.
- The finals of the Women’s Olympic Soccer tournament will take place at the Parc des Princes in Paris on August 9 and 10.
