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Global Game: Women’s World Cup: How U.S. Fans Should Root Today

The United States has advanced to the Round of 16 at the Women’s World Cup, but the next opponent remains a mystery. The four matches being played Wednesday will determine which of seven possible teams the United States will play Monday in Edmonton, at 8 p.m. Eastern.

How should American fans root during today’s matches? We’re here to help. The main point: The United States will play a team that finishes third in Group B, E or F. Here are the options:

Pas les Français. The worst possible matchup for the Americans would be France, ranked third in the world.