Are you ready for some soccer? The USWNT looks destined for disappointment as they head into the Olympics fresh off a disappointing tie to Costa Rica. Will they be able to turn things around, or will they even get out of their group? They are in a group with Germany (traditionally tough, but just lost to Iceland in Euro qualifying), Australia (played well at home in the World Cup, but are without Sam Kerr) and Zambia (one of the biggest wildcards in the tournament, as they have multiple DSD athletes on their roster, including the leading scorer in the NWSL in Barbara Banda). Will Swanson get her scoring groove back? Will Lavelle stay healthy enough to make a difference? Will soccer’s inclusive policies allow DSD athletes to dominate the tournament?
Bold Prediction - USWNT out in the group stage.