USWNT barely advance to knockout stage

The United States played a scoreless draw against Portugal.

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For the first time in a World Cup, a win or a tie was needed to avoid being knocked out in the group stage.

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The tie was enough for the USWNT to finish second in Group E and advance.

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The USWNT are likely to face old rivals Sweden in the Round of 16 at the World Cup.

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In this match, Portugal's Ana Capeta launched a corker that hit the post at the start of stoppage time in the second half.

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When the fire alarm went off at the start of the second half, it seemed like a metaphor for this USWNT squad.

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With a 0-0 draw against Portugal, the Americans advanced to the knockout stage of the World Cup.

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The USWNT's next opponent will not be determined until Wednesday morning, but it is likely to be Team Sweden.

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