The U.S. women's soccer team's 1-0 semifinal loss to Canada in Tokyo highlighted a series of misfortunes, from tactical errors to injury setbacks. Megan Rapinoe discussed the intense media scrutiny faced by athletes during the Olympics, emphasizing the pressure to perform under global spotlight. *"Everything that can go wrong, does,"* she remarked, reflecting on the team's struggles.
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USA's Soccer Semifinal Heartbreak: Megan Rapinoe on Media Life in Tokyo
U.S. Women's Team Faces Setbacks as Megan Rapinoe Reflects on Tokyo Media Challenges
the-ix-newsletter via WHBMay 29, 20261 min read
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