Sweden first knocked off the United States. Then the Swedes bounced Japan to snag a spot in the semifinals of the Women’s World Cup. The Swedes, the World Cup runners-up in 2003 and three-time third-place finisher, are now a tournament favorite. They eliminated previously unbeaten Japan 2-1 in Friday’s quarterfinal to join newcomer Spain as teams advanced into the final four. Amanda Ilestedt scored a first-half goal and Filippa Angeldal converted a second-half penalty. Sweden will face Spain in a semifinal match on Tuesday in Auckland.
Filippa Angeldal scores as Sweden reaches Women s World Cup semifinals by topping Japan 2-1
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