US Women's Soccer Team Rebounds from World Cup Woes to Olympic Ambitions

The U.S. Women's Soccer Team aims to leave behind their disappointing 2023 World Cup exit as they gear up for the Paris Olympics. Led by coach Emma Hayes, the team focuses on creating new history, starting with a match against Zambia, ranked 64th, in Nice.

The U.S. Women's Soccer Team stated they have moved past their disappointing 2023 Women's World Cup campaign, as they prepare to launch their Paris Olympic journey against Zambia this Thursday in Nice.

Head coach Emma Hayes aims to guide the four-time gold medallists back to Olympic glory. Having taken over after securing her seventh WSL title with Chelsea, Hayes insists the team is focused on building a new legacy. Despite their early World Cup exit and a recent 0-0 draw against Costa Rica, Hayes expresses confidence in her squad, featuring eight Tokyo Olympics returnees.

Zambia, ranked 64th, will be the U.S. team's first Group B opponent. Hayes, who has praised Zambia's captain Barbra Banda, stresses that the journey to success requires hard work and determination.

(With inputs from agencies.)