The USWNT defeated Zambia 3-0 in their first soccer match at the 2024 Paris Olympics on July 25. All three goals came early in the match, within the first half hour. However, fans also saw the substitution of #11 forward Sophia Smith in the 43rd minute due to an apparent injury. Let’s take a look at the final details of Smith’s injury.
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No details have been released regarding Sophia Smith's injury at this time.
On Thursday, July 25, the USWNT played their first soccer match of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, against Zambia. They emerged victorious by scoring three early goals in the first half of the match. However, in the 43rd minute, coach Emma Hayes took Sophia Smith off the field as a substitute for Lynn Williams due to an injury she sustained during the match. The nature and severity of the injury are still unknown, and fans are hoping it was nothing serious.
Smith is a key player in the USWNT, as she has the necessary skills and experience that the team needs. She also assisted on the team's third goal, scored by Mallory Swanson in the 25th minute. In addition, she had two attempts on goal, which were unfortunately saved.
