Sweden Women defeated the United States Women in a dramatic penalty shootout after a 0-0 draw in their 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup round of 16 match at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium on August 6th. The result sent the reigning champions USA crashing out of the tournament in their earliest ever exit, while Sweden advanced to the quarter-finals. After 120 minutes of tense, physical football with few clear chances, the match went to penalties. US goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher saved from Magdalena Eriksson, but a retake was ordered for encroachment, and Eriksson scored. In the seventh round of sudden death, Naeher saved from Lina Hurtig, but after a lengthy VAR review, the ball was deemed to have crossed the line by millimeters, confirming Sweden's 5-4 shootout victory. The match was a major shock, ending the USA's quest for a third consecutive title. Sweden's Zećira Mušović was outstanding in regular time, making several key saves. Sweden's Peter Gerhardsson hailed his team's mental strength, while USA's Vlatko Andonovski expressed pride in his players despite the heartbreaking defeat. The USA's starting XI included Naeher, Fox, Girma, Ertz, Dunn, Sullivan, Lavelle, Horan, Smith, Morgan, and Rodman.