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U.S. women ousted, Sweden wins on penalties after 1-1 draw

BRASILIA, Brazil (AP) - The three-time defending champion U.S. women's national soccer team won't win an Olympic medal for the first time after being ousted by Sweden on penalties following a 1-1 draw in the quarterfinals on Friday.

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U.S. women ousted, Sweden wins on penalties after 1-1 draw

Tied after three rounds in the shootout, Sweden captain Caroline Seger beat Hope Solo and Christen Press' attempt against Hedvig Lindhal went over the net. With the next kick, Lisa Dahlkvist beat an outstretched Solo for the 4-3 win.

As Sweden celebrated, U.