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Playing Brazil, by all accounts a younger and faster team, the Americans pulled out a victory in overtime, winning 2-1. The youth movement was evident in the players that scored for the American team. The United States struck first, with a goal in the 39th minute. Late in regulation, Brazil scored an equalizer when Pretinha scored in the 83rd minute. While in overtime, Abby Wambach scored in the 22nd minute after a corner kick by Kristine Lilly.

It's somewhat strange that an Olympic event would take place before the opening ceremonies of the games, but that's just what happened yesterday. The United States defeated Greece, the host country, in women's soccer, 3-0. Wednesday was the first day of Olympic action and women's soccer is the only event before the opening ceremonies.