2024 Paris Olympics

The 2024 Summer Olympics, hosted in Paris from late July to early August, will feature a highly competitive women's soccer tournament with 12 teams, including favorites like the USWNT, reigning champions Canada, and first-time qualifiers Spain. The tournament's format includes a group stage, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the knockout rounds. Injuries have affected key players for teams like Australia and Germany, impacting their performance expectations. Emma Hayes' debut as the USWNT head coach adds another layer of intrigue as the team aims for gold. The men's tournament will predominantly feature players under 23, complicating the inclusion of established stars due to scheduling conflicts with other major competitions. Matches kick off with group games starting July 25, culminating in the final on August 10.