The United States came through unscathed at the Women's World Cup Group F round, defeating rivals Sweden 2-0 at Stade Oceane in France.
Lindsey Horan struck in the first three minutes for the fastest goal of this tournament, before Tobin Heath added a controversial second after the break.
he defending champions remain undefeated in the group play, and will now face Spain in the knockout phase.
Meanwhile, Sweden will face Canada in Group E, with both matches to be played on Monday.
Holders Italy ease past Austria to reach Davis Cup semi-finals
Hosts Italy stayed on course for a Davis Cup 'three-peat' with a convincing victory over Austria in Bologna on Wednesday to set up a semi-final clash against Belgium.
PSG defender Hakimi wins African Footballer of the Year
Paris St Germain's Achraf Hakimi was named African Footballer of the Year at the 2025 CAF Awards in Rabat on Wednesday, the first defender to claim the prize in 52 years as he finished ahead of Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen in the voting.
New Zealand clinch ODI series against West Indies
Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra's early attack helped New Zealand beat West Indies by five wickets with three balls to spare in a rain-curtailed second one-day international in Napier to seal the three-game series 2-0 on Wednesday.
Federer to be inducted into International Tennis Hall of Fame
Roger Federer will be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) in an induction celebration set for August 2026 in Newport, Rhode Island, the ITHF said on Wednesday.
Tommy Fleetwood set for 2026 Hero Dubai Desert Classic
FedExCup Champion and World Number Four Tommy Fleetwood will take part at the 2026 Hero Dubai Desert Classic, joining a strong field that already includes defending champion Tyrrell Hatton and reigning Masters Champion Rory McIlroy.
