The first round of the Olympic women's soccer group stage was a fierce battle between the German women's soccer team and the Australian women's soccer team, which was not only a direct dialogue between the strength of the two teams, but also a comprehensive test of the implementation of their respective tactics and player status. The German women's soccer team, as a traditional strong team in the world soccer world, showed their desire for victory and strong offensive firepower at the beginning of the match.
Soon after the match started, Germany tore apart the Australian defense through tacit cooperation. In the 15th minute, Gwynn's sublime pass from the right found Höglin in the penalty area. Höglin rose to the occasion with a powerful header, and the ball arced perfectly into the corner of the goal, giving the German women's soccer team a 1-0 lead. The goal not only broke the deadlock on the field, but also greatly boosted the morale of the German team.
After taking the lead, the German women's soccer team didn't slow down the pace of the attack, but got more and more courageous. In the 30th minute, Gwen was once again the key player. She sent a penetrating straight shot near the midfield, which directly tore apart the Australian defense. Schuyler was able to get on the end of the ball, and then pushed the ball into the goalkeeper's face to increase the score to 2-0. Gwen's two assists were undoubtedly the most important highlights of Germany's offense in the first half of the match.
In the second half, the German women's soccer team still maintained their efficient attacking rhythm. In the 65th minute, Linde's breakthrough on the left attracted the attention of many Australian defenders, and she saw the opportunity to find Brand in the middle of the parade with a precise cross. The goal made it 3-0 and sealed the game for the Germans, and ended the hopes of the Australian women's soccer team of turning the game around.
As the final whistle blew, the German women's soccer team opened their Olympic women's soccer group stage tour with a resounding 3-0 win.
