Jul 21, 2021; Chofu, Japan; United States goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher (1) makes a save against Sweden forward Stina Blackstenius (11) during the first half in Group G play during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at Tokyo Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mandi Wright-USA TODAY Network
Former Penn State women’s soccer legend Alyssa Naeher powered Team USA to a pivotal Olympic win
Former Nittany Lion great Alyssa Naeher saved the US gold medal chances, stopping two Netherlands penalty kicks to help the United States advance to the semifinals.
The United States fell 1-0 to the Netherlands in the first half of the quarterfinal matchup in Tokyo.