News Alert: US women's soccer team misses out on gold after semifinal loss

News Alert: US women's soccer team misses out on gold after semifinal loss

News Alert: US women's soccer team misses out on gold after semifinal loss
CNN

In a major upset, the US Women's National Team lost to Canada in the Olympic semifinal on Monday in Japan, ending their bid for the gold medal.

Jessie Fleming's penalty gave Canada a 1-0 win over the world champions.

The US women were trying to become the first reigning World Cup champion to win Olympic gold but will now play in the bronze medal match.

Canada will play the winner of Australia vs. Sweden for the gold medal on Friday.