Crystal Dunn, Lindsey Horan and Becky Sauerbrunn started the U.S. Women’s National Team’s opening Olympic match against Sweden. Sweden dominated from the kickoff. They pressed the U.S. high and turned them over throughout the first half.
In the fourth minute, Kosovare Asllani took a free kick and there were warning signs for the U.S. as they cleared nervously. One minute later, Asllani crossed to Stina Blackstenius, but the striker’s touch let her down.
Dunn made a crucial tackle on Sofia Jakobsson, who was played through on goal by Asllani. Dunn got involved on the offensive end moments later.