In a dramatic turn of events, defending champions the United States were eliminated from the World Cup as Sweden's Lina Hurtig scored the decisive penalty in a tense shootout.

Sweden secured their spot in the quarter-finals following a resolute defensive display that led to a goalless extra-time draw.

During the penalty shootout, the US initially gained an advantage when Nathalie Bjorn missed her shot and Rebecka Blomqvist's attempt was saved by Alyssa Naeher. However, the US couldn't capitalize on these opportunities, with Megan Rapinoe and Sophia Smith missing their targets.

The pivotal moment arrived when Kelley O'Hara struck the post, and Hurtig's shot was initially saved by Naeher, but the ball crossed the line on its way down, confirmed by goal-line technology. This delay ultimately sent Sweden through.

In the first half, the US dominated play, but goalkeeper Zecira Musovic thwarted Trinity Rodman's attempt, and Lindsey Horan's header hit the crossbar.

Sweden struggled to register a shot on target in the opening 45 minutes. The second half followed a similar pattern, with Vlatko Andonovski's team controlling possession, though squandering opportunities from Lindsey Horan and Alex Morgan.

Sweden nearly snatched victory in the 85th minute when Sofia Jakobsson found space in the box but directed her shot straight at Naeher.

The US almost secured a late winner of their own, with Morgan's header on target, yet Musovic once again dealt with the danger.

In extra time, the US continued to dominate, but Musovic's brilliance denied them multiple times. Musovic parried Lynn Williams' cross-shot and deflected Megan Rapinoe's follow-up.

Despite persistent waves of US attacks, Sweden's defense held firm, and Musovic turned away Smith's powerful angled shot. Ultimately, Sweden sent the US packing before the semifinal stage, marking the first time in history that the four-time winners were eliminated from the tournament at this juncture.