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Olympic Soccer 2016: Women's Gold-Medal Game Schedule After Semi-Final Results

Sweden defeated Brazil in the semi-finals of the women's Olympic football competition at the 2016 Rio Games, as the Europeans shocked the hosts 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw at the Maracana Stadium on Tuesday.

The Swedes will now play Germany or Canada on Friday in the fight for gold as the two nations compete in the second last-four contest later in the day.

Sweden's work ethic paid off as the Brazilians failed to advance on their own turf, breaking the hearts of Selecao football fans.

Here are the confirmed semi-final results so far:

Olympic Soccer 2016: Women's Semi-Final Results

Team Score Team
Brazil 0-0 (Sweden win 4-3 on pens) Sweden
Germany TBD Canada

Here is a look at the latest medals table from Rio de Janeiro:

Sweden Edge into Olympic Final

Hosts Brazil appeared inhibited in their match with Sweden and paid the ultimate price for failing in front of their opposition's goal.